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Dennis the Menace
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| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Ocean |
| Publisher | Ocean |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Dennis the Menace |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Dennis the Menace is an action game released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Ocean. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Dennis. It blends action and platformer 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.
It is part of the Dennis the Menace series. Ocean also made Worms, The Addams Family and Addams Family Values for the SNES.
Dennis the Menace 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'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 Dennis the Menace 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.
Dennis the Menace cheats & codes
33 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | C92F-3D9E |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | C9CB-44AF |
| Infinite Credits | C266-3FA7 |
| Collect 1 Big Coin To Finish Stage | DFC6-CF6D |
| No Scrolling In "The Park 2 & 5" Stages | C968-346D |
| Starting Stage Select | ##66-14AD |
Dennis the Menace 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.
Dennis the Menace FAQ
When did Dennis the Menace come out on the SNES?
Dennis the Menace was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.
Who made Dennis the Menace?
It was developed by Ocean.
Is Dennis the Menace multiplayer?
No. Dennis the Menace is a single-player game.
How long does Dennis the Menace take to play?
As an action game, Dennis the Menace 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 Dennis the Menace 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.