Short Order / Eggsplode! NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Puzzle

Short Order / Eggsplode!

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SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1989
GenreAction, Puzzle
DeveloperTOSE
PublisherNintendo
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989, Short Order / Eggsplode! is an action game developed by TOSE and published by Nintendo. It blends action and puzzle 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.

TOSE also made Chubby Cherub, Dragon Ball Z Side Story: Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans and Bases Loaded for the NES.

Short Order / Eggsplode! 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 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 Short Order / Eggsplode! 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.

Short Order / Eggsplode! gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Short Order / Eggsplode! cheats & codes

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

Level Select004D:63
Infinite Misses0051:02
Infinite Misses0051:03 0051:02

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Short Order / Eggsplode! 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.

Short Order / Eggsplode! FAQ

When did Short Order / Eggsplode! come out on the NES?

Short Order / Eggsplode! was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.

Who made Short Order / Eggsplode!?

It was developed by TOSE and published by Nintendo.

Is Short Order / Eggsplode! multiplayer?

No. Short Order / Eggsplode! is a single-player game.

How long does Short Order / Eggsplode! take to play?

As an action game, Short Order / Eggsplode! 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 Short Order / Eggsplode! 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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