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Nintendo DS · Action

Superman Returns

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SystemNintendo DS
GenreAction
DeveloperEA Orlando
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Developed by EA Orlando and published by Electronic Arts, Superman Returns arrived on the Nintendo DS as an action game.

EA Orlando also made Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure, Madden NFL 08 and Madden NFL 09 for the DS.

Superman Returns 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've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Superman Returns is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Superman Returns gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Superman Returns cheats & codes

3 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:

Infinite Moves22163D00 00000014
Infinite City Health021642F0 00000000 021642F4 00000000
Press Select+R: More Time94000130 000002FB 12157C0C 00002340 D2000000 00000000

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Superman Returns walkthroughs & guides

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Superman Returns FAQ

Who made Superman Returns?

It was developed by EA Orlando and published by Electronic Arts.

Is Superman Returns multiplayer?

No. Superman Returns is a single-player game.

How long does Superman Returns take to play?

As an action game, Superman Returns 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 Superman Returns 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.

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