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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / Platformer
Superman
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Platformer |
| Developer | Seika Corporation |
| Publisher | Kemco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Superman |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Superman is an action-adventure game released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Seika Corporation and published by Kemco. It blends action-adventure and platformer elements.
It landed about 2 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1987 include Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Mega Man.
It is part of the Superman series. The series also appears on other systems with Superman (N64) and Superman (2600). Seika Corporation also made Déjà Vu and Uninvited for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Superman is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Superman cheats & codes
35 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Never Die When Out Of Super Power | AAXSEIEA |
|---|---|
| Never Lose Super Power | SXNSSKSE |
| Start With Lots Of Super Power | XVUVYZIA |
| Double Max Power Of All Items At Start | AVEOUIAL |
| Double Usual Item Power On Item Power Crystal Pick-Up | AXUPYLAP |
| Full Item Power On Item Power Crystal Pick-Up | EXUPYLAP |
Superman walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Superman.
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Superman FAQ
When did Superman come out on the NES?
Superman was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987.
Who made Superman?
It was developed by Seika Corporation and published by Kemco.
Is Superman multiplayer?
No. Superman is a single-player game.
How long does Superman take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Superman typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Superman 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.