Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Swamp Thing
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Imagineer |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Developed by Imagineer and published by THQ, Swamp Thing arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992 as a platformer.
It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie.
Imagineer also made The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants, Barbie and The Simpsons: Bart vs. the World for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Swamp Thing 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.
Swamp Thing cheats & codes
15 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | SZNVZVVK |
|---|---|
| Infinte Lives | SZNTIKVK |
Swamp Thing walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Swamp Thing.
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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.
Swamp Thing FAQ
When did Swamp Thing come out on the NES?
Swamp Thing was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made Swamp Thing?
It was developed by Imagineer and published by THQ.
Is Swamp Thing multiplayer?
No. Swamp Thing is a single-player game.
How long does Swamp Thing take to play?
As a platformer, Swamp Thing 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 Swamp Thing 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.