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Operation Wolf
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter, Action |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989, Operation Wolf is a shoot 'em up developed by Taito. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987. It blends shoot 'em up, shooter and action elements.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales.
Taito also made Arkanoid, Space Invaders and Bubble Bobble for the NES.
Operation Wolf 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Operation Wolf 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.
Operation Wolf cheats & codes
46 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Continues | IEVUNSPA |
|---|---|
| Never Die | AESSLZTL |
| Start On Mission 2 | PESZIGAA |
| Start On Mission 3 | ZESZIGAA |
| Start On Mission 4 | LESZIGAA |
| Start On Mission 5 | GESZIGAA |
Operation Wolf 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.
Operation Wolf FAQ
When did Operation Wolf come out on the NES?
Operation Wolf was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Operation Wolf?
It was developed by Taito.
Is Operation Wolf multiplayer?
No. Operation Wolf is a single-player game.
How long does Operation Wolf take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Operation Wolf 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 Operation Wolf 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.