MiG-29: Soviet Fighter NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Shooter

MiG-29: Soviet Fighter

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SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1992 (originally 1989)
GenreAction, Shooter
DeveloperCamerica
PublisherCodemasters
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

MiG-29: Soviet Fighter is an action game released in 1992 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Camerica and published by Codemasters. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989. It blends action and shooter elements.

It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie.

Camerica also made Micro Machines, Bee 52 and Quattro Adventure for the NES.

MiG-29: Soviet Fighter supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing MiG-29: Soviet Fighter is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

MiG-29: Soviet Fighter gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

MiG-29: Soviet Fighter cheats & codes

13 codes on file (Game Genie). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

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MiG-29: Soviet Fighter walkthroughs & guides

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Playing NES games today

NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.

MiG-29: Soviet Fighter FAQ

When did MiG-29: Soviet Fighter come out on the NES?

MiG-29: Soviet Fighter was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992; the original game dates back to 1989.

Who made MiG-29: Soviet Fighter?

It was developed by Camerica and published by Codemasters.

Is MiG-29: Soviet Fighter multiplayer?

Yes. MiG-29: Soviet Fighter supports up to 2 players.

How long does MiG-29: Soviet Fighter take to play?

As an action game, MiG-29: Soviet Fighter typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about MiG-29: Soviet Fighter on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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