Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers as a co-op action-platformer. Capcom delivers an exemplary licensed game: beautiful, well-paced, fun alone or in two. One of the best Disney games on NES.
Your verdict
Category
Platformer1 player3+
Co-op
Description
Beat-'em-up featuring Chip and Dale recovering boxes to throw at enemies in Fat Cat's lair. Published by Capcom, released in Japan in 1990. Chip and Dale playable in simultaneous two-player co-op, boxes to throw, Disney anime levels and creative bosses. A Capcom Disney masterpiece on NES.
Chip to Dale no Daisakusen review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
2/5
Story
★★★★★
"Classic"
Gameplay
"Masterful"
Lifting crates to hurl them at enemies or use them as a shield gives this platformer a simple yet clever mechanic, ideal for two. The accessible pace and colorful settings make it a cheerful romp. As co-op demands, the fun climbs a notch in pairs; this crystal-clear handling remains a model of well-crafted family platforming.
Fun
"From the very first minutes"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Average"
Technical info
💾0,12 MB📅08/06/1990
Published by Capcom
Chip to Dale no Daisakusen (NES) price, value & rarity
The original Famicom edition of the Capcom Disney title, more accessible than the European PAL release but essential for Capcom collectors in Japan. The edition stands out for its Famicom audio coherence and a distinct Japanese cover. Intact boxed CIB stays a comparatively easy target next to the PAL, but the cote rises as Japanese copies increasingly migrate to EU and US markets.
Is Chip to Dale no Daisakusen still worth playing in 2026?
Chip 'n Dale - Rescue Rangers, also known in Japan as Chip to Dale no Daisakusen, is one of the loveliest Disney games on NES. Capcom delivers an exemplary cooperative action platformer: varied levels, adorable animation, perfect pacing and precise controls. The local two-player mode turns the experience into pure recreation. The difficulty stays accessible without ever feeling bland, and the charming soundtrack carries the journey. Still a classic to bring out without hesitation today.
