Spinmaster Neo Geo box art

Neo Geo · Platformer

Spinmaster

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SystemNeo Geo
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperData East
PublisherSNK
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by Data East and published by SNK, Spinmaster arrived on the Neo Geo as a platformer.

Data East also made Street Slam, Magical Drop and Karnov's Revenge for the Neo Geo.

Spinmaster supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to run, jump and explore
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Neo Geo hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

What playing Spinmaster is like

Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.

Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.

Spinmaster gameplay screenshot on Neo Geo
In-game screenshot (Neo Geo)

Spinmaster walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Neo Geo games today

Neo Geo games are built for short, intense arcade sessions and are at their best head-to-head with a friend. Most of the library has been re-released on modern platforms, and the games also run in arcade emulators such as Rec0m88's MAME support.

Spinmaster FAQ

Who made Spinmaster?

It was developed by Data East and published by SNK.

Is Spinmaster multiplayer?

Yes. Spinmaster supports up to 2 players.

How long does Spinmaster take to play?

As a platformer, Spinmaster 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 Spinmaster 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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