Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Shooter
Mission: Impossible
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Mission: Impossible is an action game developed by Nintendo. It blends action and shooter 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.
Nintendo also made Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario Bros. 2 for the NES.
Mission: Impossible is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Mission: Impossible 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: Impossible cheats & codes
39 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With Less Energy | TEOUNKGA |
|---|---|
| Start With More Energy | AOOUNKGA |
| Take Less Damage | SXUETVOU |
| Take More Damage | ZENETTPA |
| 2 Type B Weapons For Nicholas | ZEULXGIA |
| 9 Type B Weapons For Nicholas | PEULXGIE |
Mission: Impossible 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.
Mission: Impossible FAQ
When did Mission: Impossible come out on the NES?
Mission: Impossible was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Mission: Impossible?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Mission: Impossible multiplayer?
No. Mission: Impossible is a single-player game.
How long does Mission: Impossible take to play?
As an action game, Mission: Impossible 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.
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