ActRaiser 2 Classic
Super Nintendo · Action / Strategy
ActRaiser
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action, Strategy, Platformer |
| Developer | Quintet |
| Publisher | Enix |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | ActRaiser |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 18 |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1990, ActRaiser is an action game developed by Quintet and published by Enix. It blends action, strategy and platformer elements.
It belongs to the SNES's earliest wave of games. Other notable SNES releases from 1990 include Super Mario World, F-Zero and Pilotwings. Among the 158 SNES action games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
It is part of the ActRaiser series; on the SNES you can also try ActRaiser 2. Quintet also made Terranigma, Illusion of Gaia and Soul Blazer for the SNES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 SNES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing ActRaiser 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.
ActRaiser cheats & codes
133 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Almost Invincible In Action Sequences | 2264-6FD4 |
|---|---|
| Start With 1/2 Energy (1st Game Only) | D081-6DD8 |
| Stop Timer | DD8B-D4D8 |
| Faster Timer | FD86-D4A8 |
| Slower Timer | 9D86-D4A8 |
| Die With One Hit | EE81-6DD8 |
ActRaiser walkthroughs & guides
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
ActRaiser FAQ
When did ActRaiser come out on the SNES?
ActRaiser was released for the Super Nintendo in 1990.
Who made ActRaiser?
It was developed by Quintet and published by Enix.
Is ActRaiser multiplayer?
No. ActRaiser is a single-player game.
How long does ActRaiser take to play?
As an action game, ActRaiser 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 ActRaiser 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.