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Nintendo Entertainment System · Strategy / Puzzle
Spot: The Video Game
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1990) |
| Genre | Strategy, Puzzle |
| Developer | Arcadia Systems |
| Publisher | Arcadia Systems |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Spot: The Video Game is a strategy game developed by Arcadia Systems. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990. It blends strategy and puzzle 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.
Arcadia Systems also made Magic Johnson's Fast Break for the NES.
Spot: The Video Game supports up to 4 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 weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Spot: The Video Game is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Spot: The Video Game cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| High Score P1 (Ten's Digit) | 05ED:09 |
|---|---|
| High Score P1 (One's Digit) | 05E9:09 |
| Score Modifier P2/CPU (Ten's Digit) | 05EE:00 |
| Score Modifier P2/CPU (One's Digit) | 05EA:00 |
Spot: The Video Game 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.
Spot: The Video Game FAQ
When did Spot: The Video Game come out on the NES?
Spot: The Video Game was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1990.
Who made Spot: The Video Game?
It was developed by Arcadia Systems.
Is Spot: The Video Game multiplayer?
Yes. Spot: The Video Game supports up to 4 players.
How long does Spot: The Video Game take to play?
As a strategy game, Spot: The Video Game typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Spot: The Video Game 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.