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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Shoot 'em Up
Smash TV
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1990) |
| Genre | Action, Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Williams |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991, Smash TV is an action game developed by Williams and published by Acclaim. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990. It blends action and shoot 'em up elements.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
Williams also made Narc for the NES.
Smash TV supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 want a game to beat together with a friend
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Smash TV 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.
Smash TV cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | UIVYGXVS |
|---|---|
| Get A Lot More Grenades | OPNXVTTE |
| Infinite Grenades | OXXUUYVS |
| Touch And Kill Most Enemies | EAOZPZEY |
Smash TV walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Smash TV.
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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.
Smash TV FAQ
When did Smash TV come out on the NES?
Smash TV was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991; the original game dates back to 1990.
Who made Smash TV?
It was developed by Williams and published by Acclaim.
Is Smash TV multiplayer?
Yes. Smash TV supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Smash TV take to play?
As an action game, Smash TV 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 Smash TV 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.