Cosmo Gang the Video SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Shooter / Shoot 'em Up

Cosmo Gang the Video

Deep cut

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1992
GenreShooter, Shoot 'em Up
DeveloperNamco
PublisherNamco
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by Namco, Cosmo Gang the Video arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1992 as a shooter. It blends shooter and shoot 'em up 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. Among the 26 SNES shooters in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.

Namco also made Pac-Man 2: The New Adventures, Metal Marines and Sky Mission for the SNES.

Cosmo Gang the Video supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes

What playing Cosmo Gang the Video is like

Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.

Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.

Cosmo Gang the Video gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Cosmo Gang the Video cheats & codes

3 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite Lives7E02000A
Invincible7E0D0580
Weapon Modifier7E0D0B00

See all Cosmo Gang the Video cheats

Cosmo Gang the Video 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.

Cosmo Gang the Video FAQ

When did Cosmo Gang the Video come out on the SNES?

Cosmo Gang the Video was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992.

Who made Cosmo Gang the Video?

It was developed by Namco.

Is Cosmo Gang the Video multiplayer?

Yes. Cosmo Gang the Video supports up to 2 players.

How long does Cosmo Gang the Video take to play?

As a shooter, Cosmo Gang the Video 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 Cosmo Gang the Video 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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