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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Shooter
The Uncanny X-Men
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | LJN |
| Publisher | LJN |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | X-Men |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989, The Uncanny X-Men is an action game developed by LJN. It blends action and shooter 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.
It is part of the X-Men series. The series also appears on other systems with X-Men (Genesis) and X-Men 2: Clone Wars (Genesis). LJN also made WWF King of the Ring, WWF WrestleMania Challenge and Gotcha! The Sport! for the NES.
The Uncanny X-Men supports up to 2 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing The Uncanny X-Men is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
The Uncanny X-Men cheats & codes
29 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | SXEEXIST |
|---|---|
| Half Energy For Wolverine | GVUZPOEG |
| Half Energy For Cyclops | GVUZYOEG |
| Half Energy For Nightcrawler | PKUXIPXA |
| Half Energy For Iceman | YSKZLOVU |
| Half Energy For Colossus | YNKXPONN |
The Uncanny X-Men 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 Uncanny X-Men FAQ
When did The Uncanny X-Men come out on the NES?
The Uncanny X-Men was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1989.
Who made The Uncanny X-Men?
It was developed by LJN.
Is The Uncanny X-Men multiplayer?
Yes. The Uncanny X-Men supports up to 2 players.
How long does The Uncanny X-Men take to play?
As an action game, The Uncanny X-Men 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 The Uncanny X-Men 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.