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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer / Strategy
North & South
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Platformer, Strategy |
| Developer | Kemco |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, North & South is a platformer developed by Kemco and published by Infogrames. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989. It blends platformer and strategy 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.
Kemco also made The Bugs Bunny Birthday Blowout, Dragon Wars and Ghost Lion for the NES.
North & South supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing North & South 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.
North & South cheats & codes
20 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Cannon Has 5 Shots | IEUATOPA |
|---|---|
| Cannon Has 15 Shots | YEUATOPE |
| Cannon Has Infinite Shots | SZXPYUVS |
| No Cannons Allowed! | GXXATOSO |
| Only 2 Daggers In The Fortress | ZAUAGPGA |
| Infinite Daggers In The Fortress | GXXPLKVS |
North & South walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for North & South.
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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.
North & South FAQ
When did North & South come out on the NES?
North & South was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made North & South?
It was developed by Kemco and published by Infogrames.
Is North & South multiplayer?
Yes. North & South supports up to 2 players.
How long does North & South take to play?
As a platformer, North & South 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 North & South 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.