Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / Shooter
Rocket Ranger
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Shooter |
| Developer | Cinemaware |
| Publisher | Kemco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Cinemaware and published by Kemco, Rocket Ranger arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as an action-adventure game. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988. It blends action-adventure and shooter elements.
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.
Cinemaware also made The Three Stooges for the NES.
Rocket Ranger is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Rocket Ranger is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Rocket Ranger cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Double Amount Of Lunarium In Storage | ZEOGSYPA |
|---|---|
| Triple Amount Of Lunarium In Storage | LEOGSYPA |
| Lunarium Level In Backpack At 99 | LVOKXNGL |
| Never Lose Lunarium In Backpack | SZSGPUSE |
| Half Amount Of Lunarium In Storage | AEOGSYPA
ZUOKNYAA |
Rocket Ranger 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.
Rocket Ranger FAQ
When did Rocket Ranger come out on the NES?
Rocket Ranger was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Rocket Ranger?
It was developed by Cinemaware and published by Kemco.
Is Rocket Ranger multiplayer?
No. Rocket Ranger is a single-player game.
How long does Rocket Ranger take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Rocket Ranger 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 Rocket Ranger 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.