Metal Gear Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Adventure
Snake's Revenge
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Ultra Games |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Metal Gear |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Developed by Konami and published by Ultra Games, Snake's Revenge arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as an action game. It blends action and adventure elements.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3. Among the 164 NES action games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
It is part of the Metal Gear series; on the NES you can also try Metal Gear. The series also appears on other systems with Metal Gear Solid (PS1) and Metal Gear Solid (GBC). Konami also made Castlevania, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and Yie Ar Kung-Fu for the NES.
Snake's Revenge 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 want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Snake's Revenge 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.
Snake's Revenge cheats & codes
39 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With Half Bullets For Beretta M92 | AXXVGYAG |
|---|---|
| Start With Double Bullets For Beretta M92 | EEXVGYAG |
| Infinite Beretta Ammo | SZEEOUSE |
| Infinite Shotgun Ammo | SXOASKSE |
| Infinite Grenades | SZKAKKSE |
| Infinite Missiles | SXVEOKSE |
Snake's Revenge 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.
Snake's Revenge FAQ
When did Snake's Revenge come out on the NES?
Snake's Revenge was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Snake's Revenge?
It was developed by Konami and published by Ultra Games.
Is Snake's Revenge multiplayer?
No. Snake's Revenge is a single-player game.
How long does Snake's Revenge take to play?
As an action game, Snake's Revenge 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 Snake's Revenge 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.