Bomberman '94 Classic
TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Action
Bomberman
Certified classic
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Hudson |
| Publisher | Turbo Technologies, Inc. |
| Players | 1–5 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Bomberman |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 9 |
Bomberman is an action game released in 1990 for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine, developed by Hudson and published by Turbo Technologies, Inc..
It came out in the TurboGrafx-16's second year on the market. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1990 include Bonk's Adventure, Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap and Klax. Among the 21 TurboGrafx-16 action games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Bomberman series; on the TurboGrafx-16 you can also try Bomberman '94 and Bomberman '93. The series also appears on other systems with Bomberman II (NES) and Bomberman 64 (N64). Hudson also made J.J. & Jeff, Neutopia and New Adventure Island for the TurboGrafx-16.
Bomberman 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 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 cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Invincible | 1f043a:00 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 1f0d8e:09 |
| Infinite Lives | 1f0065:00 |
| Infinite Lives (Alternative) | 1f0438:09 |
| Infinite Time | 1f0d84:04
1f0d8e:00 |
Bomberman walkthroughs & guides
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Playing TurboGrafx-16 games today
The TurboGrafx library is a shmup fan's dream and full of games most Western players never tried. The TurboGrafx-16 Mini and Nintendo Switch Online have brought many of them back.
Bomberman FAQ
When did Bomberman come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Bomberman was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990.
Who made Bomberman?
It was developed by Hudson and published by Turbo Technologies, Inc..
Is Bomberman multiplayer?
Yes. Bomberman supports up to 5 players.
How long does Bomberman take to play?
As an action game, Bomberman 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 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.