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Devil World
Devil World is a 1984 action game developed by Nintendo for the NES. Players navigate their character through scrolling maze-like levels filled with enemies and obstacles. The unique mechanic forces players to keep moving forward as the playfield continuously scrolls horizontally, creating constant pressure to advance. Players must collect items, avoid or defeat enemies, and reach the exit of each level. The game features directional movement controls and attack mechanics to clear enemies from the path. With its two-player mode, players can take turns tackling the challenging level design. The scrolling playfield distinguishes Devil World from typical maze-action games of the era, demanding both quick reflexes and strategic planning to survive the shifting environment.
- Developer
- Nintendo
- Released
- 1984
- Platform
- NES
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 2P
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 (1.6K)
- Last updated
Devil World Controls — NES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Devil World on our in-browser NES emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
Devil World Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Devil World on NES before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"Devil World" NES longplay 1984
Devil World Cheat Codes
6 community-curated cheats for Devil World. Tick any to activate them automatically when you click "Play with cheats" — or copy a code into your own emulator.
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Infinite Lives
0615:05 -
Always Have Cross
061B:0A -
Always Have Bibles
061D:30 -
Stage Select
0037:00 -
Walk Through Enemies
0617:00 -
Start with 99 Lives
LTTGNG
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Devil World released?
Devil World was released in 1984 for the NES.
Who developed Devil World?
Devil World was developed by Nintendo, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Devil World support?
Devil World supports up to 2 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the NES.
What type of game is Devil World?
Devil World is a Action game for the NES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Devil World for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Devil World runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Devil World in the browser?
No. Devil World streams from a public archive into a browser-side NES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Devil World?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original NES cartridge supported.
Does Devil World work on mobile devices?
Yes — the NES emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play Devil World this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Devil World. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
