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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer
Predator
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Activision |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Predator |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Predator is an action game released in 1989 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Activision. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987. It blends action and platformer 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.
It is part of the Predator series. The series also appears on other systems with Predator 2 (Master System) and Predator 2 (Genesis). Activision also made Swords and Serpents, Ultimate Air Combat and Shanghai for the NES.
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 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Predator is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Predator cheats & codes
33 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives In Jungle Mode | SZNGGXVK |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives In Big Mode | SXXGZOVK |
| Start With Double Lives | AAVKGPGE |
| Infinite Life Points In Jungle Mode | AVUGVGSA |
| Mega-Jumps In Jungle Mode | AEOETOPE |
| Don't Die If You Fall Down Holes | NTEENEGE
ATOAEEOZ |
Predator 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.
Predator FAQ
When did Predator come out on the NES?
Predator was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Predator?
It was developed by Activision.
Is Predator multiplayer?
No. Predator is a single-player game.
How long does Predator take to play?
As an action game, Predator 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 Predator 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.