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Blackthorne
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment |
| Publisher | Interplay |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 19 |
Blackthorne is an action game released in 1994 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Blizzard Entertainment and published by Interplay. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Blackhawk.
It landed about 3 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1994 include Final Fantasy VI, Donkey Kong Country and Super Metroid. Among the 158 SNES action games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
Blizzard Entertainment also made The Lost Vikings 2 for the SNES.
Blackthorne 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 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 Blackthorne 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.
Blackthorne cheats & codes
25 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Items | 89C6-1FD4 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health (Switch Off When Picking Up Items) | 82C8-CFA4 |
Blackthorne walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Blackthorne.
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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.
Blackthorne FAQ
When did Blackthorne come out on the SNES?
Blackthorne was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994.
Who made Blackthorne?
It was developed by Blizzard Entertainment and published by Interplay.
Is Blackthorne multiplayer?
No. Blackthorne is a single-player game.
How long does Blackthorne take to play?
As an action game, Blackthorne 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 Blackthorne 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.