Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / RPG
The Battle of Olympus
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, RPG, Adventure |
| Developer | Infinity Ward |
| Publisher | Brøderbund Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Developed by Infinity Ward and published by Brøderbund Software, The Battle of Olympus arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989 as an action-adventure game. It blends action-adventure, RPG and adventure elements.
It landed about 4 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1989 include Mother, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and DuckTales. Among the 68 NES action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
The Battle of Olympus is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Battle of Olympus is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
The Battle of Olympus cheats & codes
44 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With Less Stamina | AAUGPAAO |
|---|---|
| Start With More Stamina | AZUGPAAP |
| Start With Sandals of Hermes | AAEGOZZA |
| Infinite Energy! | SXSSNASA |
| Start With Mega Energy! | GLUGPAAO |
| Start A New Game With 55 Red Jewels And A Better Weapon (And The Magic Flute?) | IAUGYAAA |
The Battle of Olympus 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.
The Battle of Olympus FAQ
When did The Battle of Olympus come out on the NES?
The Battle of Olympus was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made The Battle of Olympus?
It was developed by Infinity Ward and published by Brøderbund Software.
Is The Battle of Olympus multiplayer?
No. The Battle of Olympus is a single-player game.
How long does The Battle of Olympus take to play?
As an action-adventure game, The Battle of Olympus 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 The Battle of Olympus 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.