Snatcher Sega CD box art

Sega CD · Adventure

Snatcher

Certified classic

SystemSega CD
GenreAdventure
DeveloperKonami
PublisherKonami
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 7

Snatcher is an adventure game released for the Sega CD, developed by Konami. This Sega CD release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988.

Among the 10 Sega CD adventure games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.

Snatcher is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you want to experience one of the Sega CD's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Snatcher is like

Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.

Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.

Snatcher gameplay screenshot on Sega CD
In-game screenshot (Sega CD)

Snatcher walkthroughs & guides

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Snatcher FAQ

Who made Snatcher?

It was developed by Konami.

Is Snatcher multiplayer?

No. Snatcher is a single-player game.

How long does Snatcher take to play?

As an adventure game, Snatcher 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 Snatcher 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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