Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up / Platformer
RoboCop
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Platformer |
| Developer | Data East |
| Publisher | Data East |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | RoboCop |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Data East, RoboCop arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989 as a shoot 'em up. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988. It blends shoot 'em up 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 RoboCop series; on the NES you can also try RoboCop 2 and RoboCop 3. The series also appears on other systems with RoboCop Versus The Terminator (SNES) and RoboCop Versus The Terminator (Genesis). Data East also made Werewolf: The Last Warrior, Cobra Command and Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja for the NES.
RoboCop is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing RoboCop is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
RoboCop cheats & codes
49 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | SXKXYIVT |
|---|---|
| Infinite Ammunition | SGOTKLIA |
| Won't Take Damage From Touching Enemies | SZKVOTSA |
| Won't Take Damage From Enemy Bullets | SZVVVYSA |
| Triple Normal Power On Power Food Pick-Up | PAOYNILE |
| Triple Normal Time On Battery Pick-Up | PAXNEILE |
RoboCop 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.
RoboCop FAQ
When did RoboCop come out on the NES?
RoboCop was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made RoboCop?
It was developed by Data East.
Is RoboCop multiplayer?
No. RoboCop is a single-player game.
How long does RoboCop take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, RoboCop typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about RoboCop 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.