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Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game

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Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game

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Experience Arcade Perfection with Galaga: Demons of Death for NES

Step back into the golden age of gaming with this high-octane space shooter brought to the Nintendo Entertainment System. Galaga: Demons of Death offers a pulse-pounding challenge that captures the intensity of the legendary arcade cabinet, putting your reflexes to the ultimate test against waves of unrelenting alien insectoids.

Key Features:

  • Platform: NES
  • Publisher/Developer: Namco / Bandai Namco
  • Release Year: 1988 (North American NES release)
  • Genre: Fixed Shooter
  • Players: 1-2 Players (Alternating)
  • ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
  • Region: NTSC
  • Classic Mechanics: Master the iconic "Dual Fighter" mode by rescuing your ship from the tractor beams of the Boss Galaga.
  • High-Speed Action: Features the signature erratic enemy patterns and challenging bonus stages that made the series a pillar of arcade history.

What's Included

  • 1x Galaga: Demons of Death for NES!
    This item includes the game cartridge only. It does not include a retail box, plastic storage case, or instruction manual.

Condition

This item is brand new and freshly manufactured. The cartridge shell, internal circuit board, and external label are in pristine condition, having never been played or handled by previous owners. Every unit is produced with modern components to ensure long-lasting performance for your console.


Why Collectors & Players Love It

Galaga remains one of the most influential shooters in gaming history, bridging the gap between simple score-chasing and strategic maneuvering. The NES iteration is highly regarded for its faithful translation of the arcade intensity, providing a perfect test of hand-eye coordination. This specific release is a newly manufactured unit, allowing fans to enjoy the thrill of the hunt for high scores without the degradation found in aged hardware. It serves as a fantastic way to complete a library or enjoy a legendary title on hardware that works reliably every single time.

Collectibility:

  • Highly sought after for its historical significance as one of the definitive arcade-to-home conversions.
  • The simple, addictive gameplay loop ensures it remains a staple for speedrunners and retro enthusiasts alike.

About NicestFinds

NicestFinds is your trusted source for retro gaming, trading cards and pop culture collectibles. Every item is hand-inspected, securely packaged and shipped with care. We're passionate collectors ourselves — shop with confidence. This reproduction is newly manufactured, so it comes to you in brand new condition.


Shipping & Packaging

Your game is securely packaged in protective materials to prevent damage during transit. We prioritize safe delivery and dispatch all orders within 1-2 business days via tracked shipping methods.


Frequently Asked Questions

Is this item authentic?

This is a high-quality unit manufactured for modern use; it is not an original release from the 1980s.

Is it tested and working?

Yes, each unit is brand new and confirmed to function correctly on standard NES hardware.

What condition is it in?

This item is in brand new condition, having been manufactured recently.

Does it include the original case and manual?

No, this listing is for the game cartridge only, with no box or manual included.

How is it shipped?

All orders are carefully padded and shipped with tracking information provided upon dispatch.


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At a Glance
Product
Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game
Brand
NES
Platform
NES
Type
Game cartridge
Condition
New
Save method
Battery-backed SRAM (CR2032, select titles)
SKU
NES-GAME-GALAGA
Price
$24.95 USD
Availability
In stock
Guarantee
100% quality guarantee
Returns
30-day free returns (US)

Every NicestFinds item is inspected, verified, and backed by our 100% quality guarantee with 30-day defect-only US returns.

Product Specs

UPC045557080006
BrandNES
PlatformNES
RegionNTSC-U (North America)
GenreShooter
Includes1x Game Cartridge
Players1-2 Players
PublisherBandai
Product TypeVideo Game
GameGalaga: Demons of Death
DeveloperBandai
FormatCartridge
ESRB RatingEveryone (E)
Release Year1988
SeriesGalaga
CompletenessLoose (Game Only)
ConsoleNES

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ComponentCondition & Quality
🎮Cartridge ShellNew cartridge shell — no cracks, minor surface scuffing on back
🏷️Label ConditionNew label intact — minor edge wear, no peeling or bubbling
🔍Build QualityNew-build board — quality-tested, plays perfectly on original hardware
🔋Save BatterySave battery tested and holding saves (tested on original hardware)
⭐Overall GradeVery Good (7.5/10)

Quality Notes: Cartridge boot-tested on original hardware; save file written, read back, and verified. Contacts cleaned with isopropyl alcohol before packaging.

Save Battery & Cartridge Quality Guide

Specific to Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game

Battery Type

CR2032 (tabbed, only on games with saves like Zelda)

Expected Lifespan

15–20 years (fresh battery installed in our reproductions)

Save Method

Battery-backed SRAM (CR2032 tabbed, save games only) — fresh battery installed and tested

Platform

NES

About Our Reproduction Cartridges

Our reproduction NES cartridges include a fresh CR2032 tabbed save battery for games that require saves. Most NES games use password saves or no saves.

Quality Testing

Save functionality is verified before shipping — your saves will persist out of the box.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game

What condition is Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game in?

Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game is a new-build NES cartridge that plays on original NES hardware. Every unit is boot-tested and save-verified before shipping.

Is Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game tested and verified before shipping?

Yes. Every copy of Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game is boot-tested on original hardware to confirm it reaches the title screen, save-verified by writing and reading back a save file, contact-cleaned with isopropyl alcohol, and visually graded before shipping.

Does Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game have a working save battery?

Yes. Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game uses the correct save technology for its platform with fresh components verified before shipping.

What is the return policy for Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game?

Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game is backed by NicestFinds' 30-day quality guarantee. If the item arrives with a confirmed defect, you receive a free replacement or full refund within 30 days of delivery with a prepaid US return label.

How much does Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game cost at NicestFinds?

Galaga: Demons of Death – Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Arcade Game is currently priced at $24.95 USD at NicestFinds (nicestfinds.com), with 1–2 business day processing and free US shipping on orders of $50 or more.

$24.95 USD

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