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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shooter / Shoot 'em Up
Sky Kid
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 (originally 1985) |
| Genre | Shooter, Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Sky Kid is a shooter released in 1986 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Namco. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1985. It blends shooter and shoot 'em up elements.
It came out in the NES's second year on the market. Other notable NES releases from 1986 include Arkanoid, Metroid and Dragon Quest. Among the 33 NES shooters in our database, it ranks #25 by legacy score.
Namco also made Pac-Man, Battle City and Mappy for the NES.
Sky Kid supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Sky Kid is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Sky Kid cheats & codes
28 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SXEKGZVI |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life (Both Players) | PANYNZLA |
| Start With 6 Lives (Both Players) | TANYNZLA |
| Start With 9 Lives (Both Players) | PANYNZLE |
| Player 1 Has More Lives Than Player 2 | VANNVZSA |
| Shoot More Bullets | AAOKIZPA |
Sky Kid walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Sky Kid.
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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.
Sky Kid FAQ
When did Sky Kid come out on the NES?
Sky Kid was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986; the original game dates back to 1985.
Who made Sky Kid?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Sky Kid multiplayer?
Yes. Sky Kid supports up to 2 players.
How long does Sky Kid take to play?
As a shooter, Sky Kid 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 Sky Kid 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.