TwinBee Deep cut Co-op
Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up
Stinger
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 (originally 1986) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1–3 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Twinbee |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987, Stinger is a shoot 'em up developed by Konami. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986.
It landed about 2 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1987 include Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Mega Man.
It is part of the Twinbee series; on the NES you can also try TwinBee. The series also appears on other systems with Detana!! TwinBee (TurboGrafx-16) and Pop'n TwinBee: Rainbow Bell Adventures (SNES). Konami also made Metal Gear, Castlevania and Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse for the NES.
Stinger supports up to 3 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Stinger is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Stinger cheats & codes
40 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Keep Weapons After Death | GZNGNLSP |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | PAXKPGLA |
| Start With 6 Lives | TAXKPGLA |
| Start With 9 Lives | PAXKPGLE |
| Infinite Lives | OZVKKLVS |
| Start With Dual Cannons | YGNGAKTL
PAVKTGAP |
Stinger walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Stinger.
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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.
Stinger FAQ
When did Stinger come out on the NES?
Stinger was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987; the original game dates back to 1986.
Who made Stinger?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Stinger multiplayer?
Yes. Stinger supports up to 3 players.
How long does Stinger take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Stinger typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Stinger 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.