The Chaos Engine Classic
Super Nintendo · Action / Shooter
Big Sky Trooper
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | JVC |
| Publisher | LucasArts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by JVC and published by LucasArts, Big Sky Trooper arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1995 as an action game. It blends action and shooter elements.
It landed about 4 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1995 include Chrono Trigger, Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island and Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest.
JVC also made Ghoul Patrol, Wolfchild and Timecop 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've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Big Sky Trooper 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.
Big Sky Trooper cheats & codes
10 codes on file (Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite HP Meter | 7E1E0A20 |
|---|---|
| Infinite P. Pack Meter | 7E1E0C20 |
| Infinite 99 Hearts | 7E1E1099 |
Big Sky Trooper 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.
Big Sky Trooper FAQ
When did Big Sky Trooper come out on the SNES?
Big Sky Trooper was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995.
Who made Big Sky Trooper?
It was developed by JVC and published by LucasArts.
Is Big Sky Trooper multiplayer?
No. Big Sky Trooper is a single-player game.
How long does Big Sky Trooper take to play?
As an action game, Big Sky Trooper 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 Big Sky Trooper 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.