Claymates SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Platformer / Action

Claymates

Deep cut

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1993
GenrePlatformer, Action
DeveloperVisual Concepts
PublisherInterplay
Players1–8 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by Visual Concepts and published by Interplay, Claymates arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1993 as a platformer. It blends platformer and action elements.

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.

Visual Concepts also made Desert Strike, ClayFighter and Taz-Mania for the SNES.

Claymates supports up to 8 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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 have a friend to play against
  • you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

What playing Claymates 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.

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

Claymates cheats & codes

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

Infinite TimeC216-E779
Multi-Jump (Tap Jump Button)89DA-87E9
Infinite LivesC218-8479
InvincibilityC2D4-8F50

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Claymates 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.

Claymates FAQ

When did Claymates come out on the SNES?

Claymates was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.

Who made Claymates?

It was developed by Visual Concepts and published by Interplay.

Is Claymates multiplayer?

Yes. Claymates supports up to 8 players.

How long does Claymates take to play?

As a platformer, Claymates 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 Claymates 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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