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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Star Wars
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Beam Software |
| Publisher | JVC |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Star Wars |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Star Wars is a platformer released in 1991 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Beam Software and published by JVC.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
It is part of the Star Wars series; on the NES you can also try Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. The series also appears on other systems with Star Wars Episode I: Racer (N64) and Star Wars: Rogue Squadron (N64). Beam Software also made Back to the Future, Back to the Future Part II & III and Battle Chess for the NES.
Star Wars is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- 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 get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Star Wars is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Star Wars cheats & codes
60 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 1 Life | AAXAGAZA |
|---|---|
| Start With 6 Lives | IAXAGAZA |
| Start With 9 Lives | AAXAGAZE |
| Infinite Lives | SZEAYXVK |
| Immune To Spikes, You Can Get Stuck On Them | GZSYLSSO |
| Immune To Most Bullets | SLVUYNSO |
Star Wars walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Star Wars.
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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 Wars FAQ
When did Star Wars come out on the NES?
Star Wars was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991.
Who made Star Wars?
It was developed by Beam Software and published by JVC.
Is Star Wars multiplayer?
No. Star Wars is a single-player game.
How long does Star Wars take to play?
As a platformer, Star Wars 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 Star Wars 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.