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Toxic Crusaders
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Bandai Namco |
| Publisher | Bandai Namco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Toxic Crusaders |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Bandai Namco, Toxic Crusaders arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992 as a beat 'em up.
It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie. Among the 20 NES beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #16 by legacy score.
It is part of the Toxic Crusaders series. The series also appears on other systems with Toxic Crusaders (Game Boy) and Toxic Crusaders (Genesis). Bandai Namco also made Akuma-kun, Xevious and Monster Party for the NES.
Toxic Crusaders is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Toxic Crusaders is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Toxic Crusaders cheats & codes
25 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | KXKLTIKA |
|---|---|
| Infinite Energy | SXXVYGSA |
Toxic Crusaders walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Toxic Crusaders.
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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.
Toxic Crusaders FAQ
When did Toxic Crusaders come out on the NES?
Toxic Crusaders was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made Toxic Crusaders?
It was developed by Bandai Namco.
Is Toxic Crusaders multiplayer?
No. Toxic Crusaders is a single-player game.
How long does Toxic Crusaders take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Toxic Crusaders typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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