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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Mighty Bomb Jack
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Tecmo |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Bomb Jack |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986, Mighty Bomb Jack is a platformer developed by Tecmo.
It came out in the NES's second year on the market. Other notable NES releases from 1986 include Arkanoid, Metroid and Dragon Quest.
It is part of the Bomb Jack series. The series also appears on other systems with Bomb Jack (C64) and Bomb Jack (Game Boy). Tecmo also made Ninja Gaiden, Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos and Ninja Gaiden III: The Ancient Ship of Doom for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Mighty Bomb Jack is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Mighty Bomb Jack cheats & codes
31 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| 1 Life | PAOEZZLA |
|---|---|
| 6 Lives | TAOEZZLA |
| 9 Lives | PAOEZZLE |
| Infinite Lives | VZUEZNVK |
| Less Time In Game | AKOEGYAT |
| More Time In Game | EEOEGYAT |
Mighty Bomb Jack 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.
Mighty Bomb Jack FAQ
When did Mighty Bomb Jack come out on the NES?
Mighty Bomb Jack was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986.
Who made Mighty Bomb Jack?
It was developed by Tecmo.
Is Mighty Bomb Jack multiplayer?
No. Mighty Bomb Jack is a single-player game.
How long does Mighty Bomb Jack take to play?
As a platformer, Mighty Bomb Jack 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 Mighty Bomb Jack 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.