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Super Nintendo · Beat 'em Up
Batman Returns
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Batman |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Konami, Batman Returns arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1993 as a beat 'em up.
It landed about 2 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1993 include Super Mario All-Stars, Secret of Mana and The Lost Vikings. Among the 31 SNES beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #23 by legacy score.
It is part of the Batman series; on the SNES you can also try Batman Forever and The Adventures of Batman & Robin. The series also appears on other systems with Batman: The Video Game (NES) and Batman Forever (Genesis). Konami also made Contra III: The Alien Wars, Super Castlevania IV and International Superstar Soccer Deluxe for the SNES.
Batman Returns is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Batman Returns is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Batman Returns cheats & codes
102 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 9 Lives Instead Of 3 | DB68-4F00 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives (Only 3/4 View Levels) | C9A5-1764 |
| Protection From Some Hazards | C9A7-C404 |
| Cape Sweep Uses Up No Energy | DDAE-3707 |
| Spear Gun Uses Up No Energy | DD2F-4FAD |
| Cape Sweep Uses Up More Energy | FDAE-3707 |
Batman Returns walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Batman Returns.
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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.
Batman Returns FAQ
When did Batman Returns come out on the SNES?
Batman Returns was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.
Who made Batman Returns?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Batman Returns multiplayer?
No. Batman Returns is a single-player game.
How long does Batman Returns take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Batman Returns typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Batman Returns 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.