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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Power Blade
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Natsume |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Power Blade is a platformer developed by Natsume and published by Taito.
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.
Natsume also made Shadow of the Ninja, Shatterhand and S.C.A.T.: Special Cybernetic Attack Team for the NES.
Power Blade is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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)
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 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 cheats & codes
45 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| 1 Life | AAXYZYZA |
|---|---|
| 6 Lives | IAXYZYZA |
| 9 Lives | AAXYZYZE |
| Infinite Lives | SZSIAAVG |
| Take Minimum Damage | SZKAKXOU |
| Don't Take Damage From Monsters! | OTKESZSV |
Power Blade walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Power Blade.
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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 FAQ
When did Power Blade come out on the NES?
Power Blade was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Power Blade?
It was developed by Natsume and published by Taito.
Is Power Blade multiplayer?
No. Power Blade is a single-player game.
How long does Power Blade take to play?
As a platformer, Power Blade 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 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.