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Hong Kong 97
Super Nintendo · Shooter
Hong Kong 97
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | HappySoft |
| Publisher | HappySoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 21 |
Developed by HappySoft, Hong Kong 97 arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1995 as a shooter.
It landed about 4 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1995 include Chrono Trigger, Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island and Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. Among the 26 SNES shooters in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
Hong Kong 97 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 want to experience one of the SNES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Hong Kong 97 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.
Hong Kong 97 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Hong Kong 97.
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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.
Hong Kong 97 FAQ
When did Hong Kong 97 come out on the SNES?
Hong Kong 97 was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995.
Who made Hong Kong 97?
It was developed by HappySoft.
Is Hong Kong 97 multiplayer?
No. Hong Kong 97 is a single-player game.
How long does Hong Kong 97 take to play?
As a shooter, Hong Kong 97 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 Hong Kong 97 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.