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Nintendo Entertainment System · Puzzle / Strategy
Shockwave
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Puzzle, Strategy |
| Developer | American Game Cartridges |
| Publisher | American Game Cartridges |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by American Game Cartridges, Shockwave arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991 as a puzzle game. It blends puzzle and strategy elements.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
American Game Cartridges also made Wally Bear and the NO! Gang and Death Race for the NES.
Shockwave 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 quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Shockwave is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Shockwave walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Shockwave.
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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.
Shockwave FAQ
When did Shockwave come out on the NES?
Shockwave was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made Shockwave?
It was developed by American Game Cartridges.
Is Shockwave multiplayer?
Yes. Shockwave supports up to 2 players.
How long does Shockwave take to play?
As a puzzle game, Shockwave 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 Shockwave 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.