TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Action
Bomberman '93
Certified classic
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | NEC |
| Publisher | Hudson |
| Players | 1–5 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Bomberman |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 7 |
Bomberman '93 is an action game released in 1992 for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine, developed by NEC and published by Hudson.
It landed about 3 years into the TurboGrafx-16's life. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1992 include Detana!! TwinBee, New Adventure Island and Air Zonk. Among the 21 TurboGrafx-16 action games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Bomberman series; on the TurboGrafx-16 you can also try Bomberman '94 and Bomberman. The series also appears on other systems with Bomberman II (NES) and Bomberman 64 (N64). NEC also made Vigilante, Out Run and Final Lap Twin for the TurboGrafx-16.
Bomberman '93 supports up to 5 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the TurboGrafx-16's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Bomberman '93 is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Bomberman '93 cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 1f189f:02 |
|---|---|
| Freeze Time | 1f00b6:3b |
| Invincibility | 1f0c01:b7
1f0c35:86 |
Bomberman '93 walkthroughs & guides
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Bomberman '93 FAQ
When did Bomberman '93 come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Bomberman '93 was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1992.
Who made Bomberman '93?
It was developed by NEC and published by Hudson.
Is Bomberman '93 multiplayer?
Yes. Bomberman '93 supports up to 5 players.
How long does Bomberman '93 take to play?
As an action game, Bomberman '93 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 Bomberman '93 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.