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Game Boy · Puzzle
Wild Snake
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Bullet Proof Software |
| Publisher | Yojigen |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Wild Snake is a puzzle game released in 1994 for the Game Boy, developed by Bullet Proof Software and published by Yojigen.
It landed about 5 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1994 include Donkey Kong, Mega Man V and Space Invaders.
Bullet Proof Software also made Tetris Blast, Super Bombliss and Hatris for the Game Boy.
Wild Snake supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Wild Snake is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Wild Snake cheats & codes
44 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Yime In King Cobra Mode | FAB-1EF-4C1 |
|---|---|
| All Snakes Are Shorter | 3E2-7ED-2AA
032-7FD-3BD |
| Only Plain Yellow Snakes Fall | 3E3-15D-08F
013-16D-7F4 |
| Only Zig-Zag Snakes Fall | 3E3-15D-08F
023-16D-7F4 |
| Only Dark Dotted Snakes Fall | 3E3-15D-08F
033-16D-7F4 |
| Only light Dotted Snakes Fall | 3E3-15D-08F
043-16D-7F4 |
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Wild Snake FAQ
When did Wild Snake come out on the Game Boy?
Wild Snake was released for the Game Boy in 1994.
Who made Wild Snake?
It was developed by Bullet Proof Software and published by Yojigen.
Is Wild Snake multiplayer?
Yes. Wild Snake supports up to 2 players.
How long does Wild Snake take to play?
As a puzzle game, Wild Snake typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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