Nintendo Entertainment System · Simulation
Star Trek: The Next Generation
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Simulation |
| Developer | Absolute Entertainment |
| Publisher | Absolute Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Star Trek |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Star Trek: The Next Generation is a simulation game released in 1993 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Absolute Entertainment.
It landed about 8 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1993 include Kirby's Adventure, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 and DuckTales 2. Among the 13 NES simulation games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
It is part of the Star Trek series; on the NES you can also try Star Trek: 25th Anniversary. The series also appears on other systems with Beyond the Nexus (Game Boy) and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Crossroads of Time (SNES). Absolute Entertainment also made Garry Kitchen's Battletank for the NES.
Star Trek: The Next Generation is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want clear goals and a defined ending
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Star Trek: The Next Generation is like
Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.
Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.
Star Trek: The Next Generation cheats & codes
28 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| All Systems Are Immune To Damage (Shields Down) | OUXTPYOP |
|---|---|
| Shields Are Immune To Damage (Shields Up) | SXUVTNSE |
| Quicker Damage Repair | AGKVTTEP |
| Very Quick Damage Repair | APKVTTEP |
| Slower Damage Repair | EGKVTTEP |
| Enemy Does Less Damage | ZKNVLEZE |
Star Trek: The Next Generation walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Star Trek: The Next Generation.
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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.
Star Trek: The Next Generation FAQ
When did Star Trek: The Next Generation come out on the NES?
Star Trek: The Next Generation was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993.
Who made Star Trek: The Next Generation?
It was developed by Absolute Entertainment.
Is Star Trek: The Next Generation multiplayer?
No. Star Trek: The Next Generation is a single-player game.
How long does Star Trek: The Next Generation take to play?
As a simulation game, Star Trek: The Next Generation 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 Star Trek: The Next Generation 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.