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Mission Cobra
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action, Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Sachen |
| Publisher | Bunch Games |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Mission Cobra is an action game released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Sachen and published by Bunch Games. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Sidewinder. It blends action and shoot 'em up elements.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
Sachen also made Colorful Dragon, Galactic Crusader and Little Red Hood for the NES.
Mission Cobra 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 Mission Cobra 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.
Mission Cobra cheats & codes
7 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | SZVKLGVG |
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Mission Cobra walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Mission Cobra.
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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.
Mission Cobra FAQ
When did Mission Cobra come out on the NES?
Mission Cobra was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Mission Cobra?
It was developed by Sachen and published by Bunch Games.
Is Mission Cobra multiplayer?
Yes. Mission Cobra supports up to 2 players.
How long does Mission Cobra take to play?
As an action game, Mission Cobra 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 Mission Cobra 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.