Robocco Wars NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Platformer

Robocco Wars

Deep cut

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1991
GenreAction, Platformer
DeveloperPixel
PublisherIGS
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Pixel and published by IGS, Robocco Wars arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991 as an action game. It blends action and platformer elements.

It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.

Pixel also made Baseball Stars 2, Fantasy Zone and World Champ 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 Robocco Wars 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.

Robocco Wars gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Robocco Wars cheats & codes

10 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:

Infinite Energy0775:03
Infinite Lives0777:09
Invincibility07A4:02
One Hit Kills Middle Boss056F:01
One Hit Kills Boss0782:01
Start At Level 5GLUZOAAE

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Robocco Wars 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.

Robocco Wars FAQ

When did Robocco Wars come out on the NES?

Robocco Wars was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.

Who made Robocco Wars?

It was developed by Pixel and published by IGS.

Is Robocco Wars multiplayer?

No. Robocco Wars is a single-player game.

How long does Robocco Wars take to play?

As an action game, Robocco Wars 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 Robocco Wars 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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