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Super Nintendo · Fighting / Action
King of the Monsters
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Fighting, Action |
| Developer | SNK |
| Publisher | Takara |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | King of the Monsters |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1992, King of the Monsters is a fighting game developed by SNK and published by Takara. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991. It blends fighting and action 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.
It is part of the King of the Monsters series; on the SNES you can also try King of the Monsters 2. The series also appears on other systems with King of the Monsters (Genesis) and King of the Monsters 2 (Genesis). SNK also made Samurai Shodown, Fatal Fury 2 and Fatal Fury: King of Fighters for the SNES.
King of the Monsters 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing King of the Monsters is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
King of the Monsters cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Faster Timer | F5AF-D5A1 |
|---|---|
| Slower Timer | 1DAF-DFA1 |
| Player 1 Starts With Less Energy | 6DB2-AF67 |
| Player 2 Starts With Less Energy | 6DC4-D764 |
| 3 Power Points Needed To Get To Next Power Level | D7A1-0DA1 |
King of the Monsters 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.
King of the Monsters FAQ
When did King of the Monsters come out on the SNES?
King of the Monsters was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made King of the Monsters?
It was developed by SNK and published by Takara.
Is King of the Monsters multiplayer?
Yes. King of the Monsters supports up to 2 players.
How long does King of the Monsters take to play?
As a fighting game, King of the Monsters typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about King of the Monsters 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.