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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Millipede
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 (originally 1982) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | HAL Laboratory |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Centipede |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Atari and published by HAL Laboratory, Millipede arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988 as a shoot 'em up. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1982. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II.
It is part of the Centipede series. The series also appears on other systems with Centipede (2600) and Centipede (5200). Atari also made Paperboy, 720° and Vindicators for the NES.
Millipede 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Millipede is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Millipede cheats & codes
22 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Both Players Have Infinite Lives | SUKGETVI |
|---|---|
| Player 1 Starts With 1 Life | PAVKSPGA |
| Player 1 Starts With 10 Lives | ZAVKSPGE |
| Increase Territory To Half Screen | ASESIIEZ |
| Increase Territory To Full Screen | AXESIIEZ |
| Shrink Territory! | NKESIIEZ |
Millipede walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Millipede.
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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.
Millipede FAQ
When did Millipede come out on the NES?
Millipede was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988; the original game dates back to 1982.
Who made Millipede?
It was developed by Atari and published by HAL Laboratory.
Is Millipede multiplayer?
Yes. Millipede supports up to 2 players.
How long does Millipede take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Millipede typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Millipede 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.