The Uncanny X-Men cover
FranchiseX-MenMarvel

The Uncanny X-Men

First release
Dec 1989
Publisher
LJN Toys
Genres
Shooter, Arcade · Action, Science fiction

The Uncanny X-Men is an overhead-view action game. Players commence by selecting two X-Men from the roster, with the second controlled by another player or the computer. They then choose one of five levels, including a practice level. The objective in each level is to reach the concealed 'command centre' and demolish it. All X-Men share similar abilities, allowing movement in any direction, jumping, and attacking. Half of the characters (Storm, Iceman, Cyclops) possess long-range attacks, while the other half (Wolverine, Nightcrawler, Colossus) need to engage enemies in close combat. Each X-Man can endure a specific number of hits before being defeated. If both X-Men fall in battle, players can select two more to attempt the level again until all X-Men are used. Power-ups include an "S" that stops time, temporary invincibility, and a health restore. Additionally, a Magnet power-down (symbolizing Magneto) temporarily immobilizes the X-Men.

Also known as Marvel's X-Men, X-Men

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Details

Storyline, release dates, time to beat, age ratings, modes, links, keywords

Storyline
Professor Xavier and his Uncanny X-Men are the last line of defence against Magneto and his henchmen's rampage. The team, comprising Wolverine, Cyclops, Storm, Colossus, Iceman, and Nightcrawler, is prepared to confront Magneto.Read more

Professor Xavier and his Uncanny X-Men are the last line of defence against Magneto and his henchmen's rampage. The team, comprising Wolverine, Cyclops, Storm, Colossus, Iceman, and Nightcrawler, is prepared to confront Magneto.

Release dates
Nintendo Entertainment System
Dec 1989
Age ratings
ClassInd L
Game modes
Co-operative, Multiplayer, Single player
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric
Keywords
mutants, teleportation, superhero, comic book, licensed game
… All 11, based on - comics, comic book character, melee, tie-in, temporary invincibility, superpowers

How it plays

Languages

  • Englishinterface
IGDB · recorded 4 Oct 2026

Language data: IGDB · recorded 4 Oct 2026