Cameltry SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Platformer / Racing

Cameltry

Deep cut

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1992 (originally 1989)
GenrePlatformer, Racing, Puzzle
DeveloperTaito
PublisherTaito
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Super Nintendo in 1992, Cameltry is a platformer developed by Taito. Depending on the region, you may also know it as On the Ball. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989. It blends platformer, racing and puzzle elements.

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.

Taito also made Space Invaders, Lufia & the Fortress of Doom and Arkanoid for the SNES.

Cameltry is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to run, jump and explore
  • 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 get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Cameltry is like

Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.

Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.

Cameltry gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Cameltry cheats & codes

165 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Start With 2 CreditsDF66-DDA0
Start With 6 CreditsD966-DDA0
Start With 8 CreditsD566-DDA0
Start With 10 CreditsDB66-DDA0
Infinite CreditsC2AE-DF65
Faster TimerD4BB-D404

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Cameltry 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.

Cameltry FAQ

When did Cameltry come out on the SNES?

Cameltry was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992; the original game dates back to 1989.

Who made Cameltry?

It was developed by Taito.

Is Cameltry multiplayer?

No. Cameltry is a single-player game.

How long does Cameltry take to play?

As a platformer, Cameltry 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 Cameltry 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.

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