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Super Nintendo · Action
Family Dog
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Imagineer |
| Publisher | Malibu Games |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Imagineer and published by Malibu Games, Family Dog arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1993 as an action game.
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.
Imagineer also made Wolfenstein 3D, The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York for the SNES.
Family Dog 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 Family Dog 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.
Family Dog cheats & codes
95 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 1 Life | DF6F-1D6D |
|---|---|
| Start With 2 Lives | D46F-1D6D |
| Start With 9 Lives | DB6F-1D6D |
| Start With 33 Lives | D76F-1DAD |
| Start With 53 Lives | D96F-1DAD |
| Start With 93 Lives | DB6F-1DAD |
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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.
Family Dog FAQ
When did Family Dog come out on the SNES?
Family Dog was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.
Who made Family Dog?
It was developed by Imagineer and published by Malibu Games.
Is Family Dog multiplayer?
No. Family Dog is a single-player game.
How long does Family Dog take to play?
As an action game, Family Dog 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.
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