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Super Nintendo · Action
Axelay
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Developed by Konami, Axelay arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1992 as an action game.
It came out in the SNES's second year on the market. Other notable SNES releases from 1992 include The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Super Mario Kart and Final Fantasy V. Among the 158 SNES action games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
Konami also made Contra III: The Alien Wars, Super Castlevania IV and International Superstar Soccer Deluxe 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 Axelay 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.
Axelay cheats & codes
75 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 1 Credit Instead Of 5 | D766-D7A7 |
|---|---|
| Start With 2 Credits | D066-D7A7 |
| Start With 3 Credits | D966-D7A7 |
| Start With 4 Credits | D166-D7A7 |
| Start With 6 Credits | D666-D7A7 |
| Start With 7 Credits | DB66-D7A7 |
Axelay walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Axelay.
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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.
Axelay FAQ
When did Axelay come out on the SNES?
Axelay was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992.
Who made Axelay?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Axelay multiplayer?
No. Axelay is a single-player game.
How long does Axelay take to play?
As an action game, Axelay 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 Axelay 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.