Power Blade 2 NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer

Power Blade 2

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SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1992
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperNatsume
PublisherTaito
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Power Blade 2 is a platformer released in 1992 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Natsume and published by Taito.

It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie.

Natsume also made Shadow of the Ninja, Shatterhand and S.C.A.T.: Special Cybernetic Attack Team for the NES.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Power Blade 2 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.

Power Blade 2 gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Power Blade 2 cheats & codes

49 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Start With 1 LifeAEKEPTZA
Start With 6 LivesIEKEPTZA
Start With 9 LivesAEKEPTZE
Infinite LivesGZSILAVG
Infinite Energy (Except For Spikes)OVSLZLSV
Stop TimerATKKXZSZ

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Power Blade 2 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.

Power Blade 2 FAQ

When did Power Blade 2 come out on the NES?

Power Blade 2 was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.

Who made Power Blade 2?

It was developed by Natsume and published by Taito.

Is Power Blade 2 multiplayer?

No. Power Blade 2 is a single-player game.

How long does Power Blade 2 take to play?

As a platformer, Power Blade 2 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 Power Blade 2 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.

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