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Nintendo 64 · Shooter / Simulation
Pokémon Snap
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Shooter, Simulation |
| Developer | HAL Laboratory |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Pokemon |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 25 |
Pokémon Snap is a shooter released in 1999 for the Nintendo 64, developed by HAL Laboratory and published by Nintendo. It blends shooter and simulation elements.
It landed about 3 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1999 include Resident Evil 2, Super Smash Bros. and Donkey Kong 64. Among the 23 N64 shooters in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Pokemon series; on the N64 you can also try Pokémon Stadium, Pokémon Stadium 2 and Pokémon Puzzle League. The series also appears on other systems with Pokémon Dash (DS). HAL Laboratory also made Super Smash Bros. and Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards for the N64.
Pokémon Snap is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the N64's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Pokémon Snap is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Pokémon Snap cheats & codes
33 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Activator 1 | D00489E0 0000 |
|---|---|
| Activator 2 | D00489E1 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D10489E0 0000 |
| Mew's Green Shield Modifier | 8034AE4B 0000 |
| Mew's Yellow Shield Modifier | 8034AE4F 0000 |
| Always Have 65535 Types Of Pokémon When Multiplying For The Score | 8024A1DB 00FF |
Pokémon Snap walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Pokémon Snap.
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Playing N64 games today
The N64 is at its best with friends on the couch: its library is packed with four-player party, racing and shooter games. Selected titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
Pokémon Snap FAQ
When did Pokémon Snap come out on the N64?
Pokémon Snap was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999.
Who made Pokémon Snap?
It was developed by HAL Laboratory and published by Nintendo.
Is Pokémon Snap multiplayer?
No. Pokémon Snap is a single-player game.
How long does Pokémon Snap take to play?
As a shooter, Pokémon Snap typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Pokémon Snap on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.