Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Terminator 2: Judgment Day
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Software Creations |
| Publisher | LJN |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Terminator |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Software Creations and published by LJN, Terminator 2: Judgment Day 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.
It is part of the Terminator series; on the NES you can also try The Terminator. The series also appears on other systems with The Terminator (Master System) and The Terminator (Genesis). Software Creations also made Silver Surfer, Solstice and Treasure Master for the NES.
Terminator 2: Judgment Day 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've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Terminator 2: Judgment Day 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.
Terminator 2: Judgment Day cheats & codes
33 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SXOATOVK |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | PANXPLGA |
| Start With 9 Lives | PANXPLGE |
| Infinite Life Energy | GXVTXZAX |
| Super Jump | XNVOSOKN |
| Take Minimal Damage | OXNVKXPK
VNNVSXNN |
Terminator 2: Judgment Day 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.
Terminator 2: Judgment Day FAQ
When did Terminator 2: Judgment Day come out on the NES?
Terminator 2: Judgment Day was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made Terminator 2: Judgment Day?
It was developed by Software Creations and published by LJN.
Is Terminator 2: Judgment Day multiplayer?
No. Terminator 2: Judgment Day is a single-player game.
How long does Terminator 2: Judgment Day take to play?
As a platformer, Terminator 2: Judgment Day 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.
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