Nintendo Entertainment System · Simulation
Top Gun
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Simulation |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Top Gun |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Top Gun is a simulation game released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Konami.
It landed about 2 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1987 include Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Mega Man. Among the 13 NES simulation games in our database, it ranks #10 by legacy score.
It is part of the Top Gun series; on the NES you can also try Top Gun: The Second Mission. 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 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)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
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 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 cheats & codes
36 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Missiles | GXKIKIVG |
|---|---|
| Take Off With Double Hound Missiles | ASEKTOAZ |
| Take Off With Double Wolf Missiles | AXEKYPGO |
| Take Off With Double Tiger Missiles | GOOGAOZA |
| Infinite Fuel | GXUSNGVG |
| Start With Half Fuel | IANKLOZA |
Top Gun walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Top Gun.
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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 FAQ
When did Top Gun come out on the NES?
Top Gun was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987.
Who made Top Gun?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Top Gun multiplayer?
No. Top Gun is a single-player game.
How long does Top Gun take to play?
As a simulation game, Top Gun 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 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.