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Gemfire
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| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Koei |
| Publisher | Koei |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Koei, Gemfire arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1992 as a strategy game. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991.
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 52 SNES strategy games in our database, it ranks #16 by legacy score.
Koei also made Aerobiz, Romance of the Three Kingdoms IV: Wall of Fire and Uncharted Waters II: New Horizons for the SNES.
Gemfire supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Gemfire is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Gemfire cheats & codes
181 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:
| Always High Gold | 7EC3330E |
|---|---|
| Always High Food | 7EC3350E |
| Always High Men | 7EC3370E |
| Always 255 Flag Stat | 7EC339FF |
| Always 255 Wheat Stat | 7EC33AFF |
| Always 255 Fort Stat | 7EC33BFF |
Gemfire 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.
Gemfire FAQ
When did Gemfire come out on the SNES?
Gemfire was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made Gemfire?
It was developed by Koei.
Is Gemfire multiplayer?
Yes. Gemfire supports up to 2 players.
How long does Gemfire take to play?
As a strategy game, Gemfire typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Gemfire 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.