Tiger-Heli Deep cut
Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up
Twin Cobra
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Micronics |
| Publisher | Sammy |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Twin Cobra |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Twin Cobra is a shoot 'em up released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Micronics and published by Sammy. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987.
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.
It is part of the Twin Cobra series; on the NES you can also try Tiger-Heli. The series also appears on other systems with Tiger-Heli (PS1) and Twin Cobra (PS1). Micronics also made Ikari Warriors, Super Pitfall and Elevator Action for the NES.
Twin Cobra 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 dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Twin Cobra is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Twin Cobra cheats & codes
50 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZVSGXVK |
|---|---|
| Infinite Bombs | SZNYXOVK |
| Start With 1 Life | AEUGZIZA |
| Start With 6 Lives | IEUGZIZA |
| Start With 9 Lives | AEUGZIZE |
| Start With 1 Life After A Continue | AANKLTZA |
Twin Cobra walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Twin Cobra.
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Contra Force Classic
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Contra Classic
The Guardian Legend Classic
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.
Twin Cobra FAQ
When did Twin Cobra come out on the NES?
Twin Cobra was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Twin Cobra?
It was developed by Micronics and published by Sammy.
Is Twin Cobra multiplayer?
No. Twin Cobra is a single-player game.
How long does Twin Cobra take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Twin Cobra 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.
Read more about Twin Cobra 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.