Tennis Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Sports
Penguin Wars
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | UPL |
| Publisher | ASCII Corporation |
| Players | 1–8 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Penguin Wars is a sports game released in 1985 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by UPL and published by ASCII Corporation.
It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1985 include Super Mario Bros., Excitebike and Ice Climber. Among the 132 NES sports games in our database, it ranks #25 by legacy score.
Penguin Wars supports up to 8 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Penguin Wars is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Penguin Wars cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Opponent Cannot Attack You | 00AE:00 |
|---|---|
| Stop Timer | 00D7:09 |
| Infinite Time | SZLEZZ |
Penguin Wars walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Penguin Wars.
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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.
Penguin Wars FAQ
When did Penguin Wars come out on the NES?
Penguin Wars was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985.
Who made Penguin Wars?
It was developed by UPL and published by ASCII Corporation.
Is Penguin Wars multiplayer?
Yes. Penguin Wars supports up to 8 players.
How long does Penguin Wars take to play?
As a sports game, Penguin Wars 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 Penguin Wars 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.