Nintendo Entertainment System · Adventure / Platformer
Thexder
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Adventure, Platformer |
| Developer | Game Arts |
| Publisher | Denyusya Square |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Thexder |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Thexder is an adventure game released in 1985 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Game Arts and published by Denyusya Square. It blends adventure and platformer elements.
It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1985 include Super Mario Bros., Excitebike and Ice Climber. Among the 29 NES adventure games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Thexder series. Game Arts also made Faria: A World of Mystery and Danger for the NES.
Thexder 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 fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Thexder is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Thexder cheats & codes
11 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | SXEPSISA |
|---|---|
| Infinite Shield | SZEOKAVG |
| Infinite Health | 00D8:C8 |
| Infinite Shield | 00CE:26 |
| Level Select | 0074:BE |
| Remain as Ship Always | 00AD:80 |
Thexder walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Thexder.
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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.
Thexder FAQ
When did Thexder come out on the NES?
Thexder was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985.
Who made Thexder?
It was developed by Game Arts and published by Denyusya Square.
Is Thexder multiplayer?
No. Thexder is a single-player game.
How long does Thexder take to play?
As an adventure game, Thexder 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 Thexder 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.