Werewolf: The Last Warrior NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer

Werewolf: The Last Warrior

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1990
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperData East
PublisherData East
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 8

Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Werewolf: The Last Warrior is a platformer developed by Data East.

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.

Data East also made Cobra Command, Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja and Heavy Barrel for the NES.

Werewolf: The Last Warrior supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to run, jump and explore
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

What playing Werewolf: The Last Warrior is like

Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.

Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.

Werewolf: The Last Warrior gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Werewolf: The Last Warrior cheats & codes

29 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Infinite TimeSZXTTLVG
Only 1 Anger Point Needed To Become Super-Werewolf!PAENGTIA
Blue "W" Won't Change You Back To A ManSZXNPVVK
Gain Maximum Energy From Small HeartsESKNTIKI
Protection From DamageSZOKSISA
Don't Lose Energy From Blue "W"AAUNGVZA AAUNPVAA

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Werewolf: The Last Warrior 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.

Werewolf: The Last Warrior FAQ

When did Werewolf: The Last Warrior come out on the NES?

Werewolf: The Last Warrior was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.

Who made Werewolf: The Last Warrior?

It was developed by Data East.

Is Werewolf: The Last Warrior multiplayer?

Yes. Werewolf: The Last Warrior supports up to 2 players.

How long does Werewolf: The Last Warrior take to play?

As a platformer, Werewolf: The Last Warrior typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Werewolf: The Last Warrior 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.

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