Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Games Collection
Since their 1989 arcade debut, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been a staple of action gaming. Based on Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird’s comics, the games let players control Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael in chaotic beat-’em-ups, platformers, and modern metroidvanias.
Core Gameplay & Legacy
- Arcade Classics: TMNT (1989) and Turtles in Time (1991) defined co-op beat-’em-ups with pizza-powered combat- 2D Era: Hyperstone Heist (Genesis) and TMNT IV (SNES) expanded the franchise’s reach
- 3D Experiments: TMNT: Mutant Nightmare (2005) and Out of the Shadows (2013) mixed brawling with stealth
- Modern Revivals: Shredder’s Revenge (2022) revived pixel-art nostalgia, while The Last Ronin (2024) adapts the dark comic storyline
Cultural Footprint
With 50+ games across consoles, TMNT popularized couch co-op and licensed tie-ins. The 1987 cartoon’s theme song remains iconic, and the series has inspired toys, films (including 2023’s Mutant Mayhem), and even a Fortnite crossover.Why Players Love TMNT
From pizza heals to “Cowabunga!” one-liners, the games capture the Turtles’ humor and brotherly dynamics. Whether reliving arcade memories or discovering new entries, TMNT delivers timeless, shell-shocking fun.🎮All Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Retro Games
1989
Beat 'em upThe first TMNT game for NES puts you in control of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael as they battle through New York City to rescue April O'Neil and defeat the evil Shredder. Features unique abilities for each turtle and vehicle stages.
1990
Beat 'em upThe faithful NES adaptation of Konami's hit arcade beat 'em up lets players control all four Turtles in their quest to rescue April O'Neil from Shredder. Features cooperative multiplayer and signature pizza power-ups.
1991
Beat 'em upThe Turtles' ultimate NES adventure! Battle through 8 stages across NYC and airborne battleships to stop Krang and Shredder from lifting Manhattan into space.
1992
Beat 'em upThe heroic turtles battle through time to stop Krang and Shredder's latest scheme in this arcade-style beat 'em up. Features 4-player simultaneous action, time-traveling stages, and the iconic 'throw enemies at the screen' attack.
1992
Beat 'em upTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Hyperstone Heist is a 1992 beat 'em up game developed by Konami for the Sega Genesis. While sharing similarities with Turtles in Time, it features an original storyline where Shredder steals the Hyperstone to shrink Manhattan, forcing the Turtles to battle through iconic TMNT villains across six action-packed stages.
1991
Beat 'em upTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time is a 1991 arcade beat 'em up game developed and published by Konami. It is the sequel to the 1989 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles arcade game. Players control the four Ninja Turtles as they battle through time to stop Shredder and Krang from altering history.
1989
Beat 'em upTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is a 1989 beat 'em up arcade game developed and published by Konami. Based on the popular animated series, players control one of the four Ninja Turtles - Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, or Raphael - as they fight through waves of Foot Clan ninjas to rescue their friend April O'Neil and mentor Splinter from Shredder.
Based on the 2003 animated series, this side-scrolling beat 'em up lets players control Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello or Raphael through 14 action-packed levels across New York City. Features cooperative multiplayer and each turtle's unique weapons and abilities.
1993
FightingKonami's answer to Street Fighter II features the Heroes in a Half Shell in their first dedicated fighting game. With 10 playable characters including TMNT favorites and original fighters, it delivers fast-paced combat with signature turtle techniques and special moves.
1992
Beat 'em upThe definitive TMNT beat 'em up transports the Heroes in a Half Shell through time to battle Shredder across history. Features four-player support via multitap, iconic throwing mechanics, and the legendary Technodrome stage.
1993
Action-AdventureThe third TMNT Game Boy title introduces Metroidvania-style gameplay where players start as Michelangelo, rescuing captured brothers to gain new abilities. Features RPG elements, transformable turtles, and the series' first female villain: the fly mutant Scumbug.
1990
ActionThe first TMNT game for Game Boy, featuring side-scrolling action across 5 stages. Play as Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello or Raphael to stop Shredder and the Foot Clan from brainwashing New Yorkers.










