Nintendo Entertainment System · Beat 'em Up / Fighting
Phantom Fighter
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up, Fighting |
| Developer | Marionette Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | FCI |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Phantom Fighter is a beat 'em up released in 1988 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Marionette Co., Ltd. and published by FCI. It blends beat 'em up and fighting elements.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II. Among the 20 NES beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Phantom Fighter is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Phantom Fighter cheats & codes
32 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | SXSZLUSE |
|---|---|
| Start With Sword | VTVKEGSA
KAVKOGNA |
| Start With Bell | VTVKEGSA
SAVKOGNA |
| Start With Tonten | VTVKEGSA
UAVKOGNA |
| Start With Talisman | VTVKEGSA
XAVKOGNA |
| Start With 3 Scrolls | LASKNGAA
VAVKOGNA |
Phantom Fighter 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.
Phantom Fighter FAQ
When did Phantom Fighter come out on the NES?
Phantom Fighter was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Phantom Fighter?
It was developed by Marionette Co., Ltd. and published by FCI.
Is Phantom Fighter multiplayer?
No. Phantom Fighter is a single-player game.
How long does Phantom Fighter take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Phantom Fighter 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 Phantom Fighter 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.