Metroid Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / Platformer
Rygar
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Platformer |
| Developer | Tecmo |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Rygar |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Developed by Tecmo, Rygar arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987 as an action-adventure game. It blends action-adventure and platformer elements.
It landed about 2 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1987 include Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Mega Man. Among the 68 NES action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Rygar series. The series also appears on other systems with Rygar (C64). Tecmo also made Ninja Gaiden, Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos and Ninja Gaiden III: The Ancient Ship of Doom for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
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 Rygar 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.
Rygar cheats & codes
142 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| No Enemies (Can't Pass First Area) | EPPOOZ |
|---|---|
| Game Freezes With Flashing Lines | GAEPOK |
| You Get Stuck At The Beginning And The Enemies Move Fast | KIPKIP |
| Lines Appear And You Slowly Fall Then Die When You Reach The Bottom | APAPAP |
| Title Screen Freezes | APAAAA |
| Lines Appear, Music Plays Faster, Enemies Are Invisible, Weapon Doesn't Work | AAAAAO |
Rygar 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.
Rygar FAQ
When did Rygar come out on the NES?
Rygar was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987.
Who made Rygar?
It was developed by Tecmo.
Is Rygar multiplayer?
No. Rygar is a single-player game.
How long does Rygar take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Rygar 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 Rygar 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.