How to Get an Old NES Game to Work Again

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Make sure that the A/V (red and yellow) cables are plugged in correctly

   This confirms that your NES is fine. , You may see a flash, but no color.
   
   This is good, as it means there may be life still in your game. ,, Then use a Q-tip and clean the contact points on the game cart (Do not blow into the system or game cart, this causes corrosion among with the fact it dose not do anything). , This shocks the game's internal circuit and "awakens" it. , If nothing happens after several tries, make sure everything is still okay. , This makes the NES system read any game, despite of its status. ,
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   Step 2: the power outlet you're using is active

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   Step 3: and the game works.

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   Step 4: Test a game and make sure that the picture is clear on your TV and the game is visible.

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   Step 5: Put the corrupt game into the NES and push "Power".

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   Step 6: Push down on the game to eject it while the console is on

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   Step 7: put it back in and push power twice

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   Step 8: then push reset many times

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   Step 9: then the power button many times.

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    Step 10: Un-plug the NES and plug it back in with the NES power off.

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    Step 11: Repeat the steps until you see some mush of pixels appear or just sound.

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    Step 12: Put the working game in.

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    Step 13: Alternate between the two games once you see pixel mush or you hear sounds.

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    Step 14: Repeat steps until the game clears up: reset

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    Step 15: clean cart

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    Step 16: plug in

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    Step 17: and power.

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