Nintendo Entertainment System · Strategy / Puzzle
Rampart
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1990) |
| Genre | Strategy, Puzzle |
| Developer | Jaleco |
| Publisher | Jaleco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Rampart is a strategy game released in 1991 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Jaleco. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990. It blends strategy and puzzle elements.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi. Among the 36 NES strategy games in our database, it ranks #18 by legacy score.
Jaleco also made City Connection, Field Combat and Ninja JaJaMaru-kun for the NES.
Rampart supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Rampart is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Rampart cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| this affects the number of ships | 0653:01 |
|---|---|
| Piece Modifier | 0553:BE |
| Infinite Time | 00C9:09 |
Rampart 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.
Rampart FAQ
When did Rampart come out on the NES?
Rampart was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991; the original game dates back to 1990.
Who made Rampart?
It was developed by Jaleco.
Is Rampart multiplayer?
Yes. Rampart supports up to 2 players.
How long does Rampart take to play?
As a strategy game, Rampart typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Rampart 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.