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Nintendo Entertainment System · Simulation
Top Gun: The Second Mission
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Simulation |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Top Gun |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Top Gun: The Second Mission is a simulation game developed by Konami.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3. Among the 13 NES simulation games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Top Gun series; on the NES you can also try Top Gun. The series also appears on other systems with Top Gun: Guts and Glory (Game Boy) and Top Gun (C64). Konami also made Metal Gear, Castlevania and Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse for the NES.
Top Gun: The Second Mission is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want clear goals and a defined ending
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Top Gun: The Second Mission is like
Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.
Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.
Top Gun: The Second Mission cheats & codes
18 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZVYLIVG |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | PASYALLA |
| Start With 6 Lives | TASYALLA |
| Start With 9 Lives | PASYALLE |
| Infinite Missiles (1-Player Game) | AAKEUYPA |
| Infinite Missiles (2-Player Game) | AENAZIPA |
Top Gun: The Second Mission 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.
Top Gun: The Second Mission FAQ
When did Top Gun: The Second Mission come out on the NES?
Top Gun: The Second Mission was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Top Gun: The Second Mission?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Top Gun: The Second Mission multiplayer?
No. Top Gun: The Second Mission is a single-player game.
How long does Top Gun: The Second Mission take to play?
As a simulation game, Top Gun: The Second Mission 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 Top Gun: The Second Mission 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.