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Xevious
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1984 (originally 1982) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Bandai Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Xevious is a shoot 'em up released in 1984 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Bandai Namco and published by Namco. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1982.
It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1984 include Duck Hunt, Mappy and Wild Gunman.
Bandai Namco also made Akuma-kun, Monster Party and Super Team Games for the NES.
Xevious supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Xevious 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.
Xevious cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Debug Mode | ESNNSGEY |
|---|---|
| Invulnerability | AAONUGEA |
| Start With 8 Lives | EVGZGV |
| Infinite Lives | SXAYPY |
| Invulnerable To Planes | SZZTNG |
| View The Map Mode | ASANAT |
Xevious walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Xevious.
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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.
Xevious FAQ
When did Xevious come out on the NES?
Xevious was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1984; the original game dates back to 1982.
Who made Xevious?
It was developed by Bandai Namco and published by Namco.
Is Xevious multiplayer?
Yes. Xevious supports up to 2 players.
How long does Xevious take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Xevious 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 Xevious 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.