Laplace no Ma SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Horror / RPG

Laplace no Ma

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SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1995 (originally 1993)
GenreHorror, RPG
DeveloperHummingbird Soft
PublisherVic Tokai
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesGhost Hunter
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Laplace no Ma is a horror game released in 1995 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Hummingbird Soft and published by Vic Tokai. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993. It blends horror and RPG elements.

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.

It is part of the Ghost Hunter series. The series also appears on other systems with Kurokishi no Kamen (3DO).

Laplace no Ma supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to be spooked
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you scare easily or dislike scarce resources

What playing Laplace no Ma is like

Horror games build dread through atmosphere, limited resources and enemies you would rather avoid than fight. Survival horror in particular makes every bullet count.

Tip for newcomers: Conserve ammunition and healing items, explore carefully, and play with the lights off for the full effect.

Laplace no Ma gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Laplace no Ma cheats & codes

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Laplace no Ma 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.

Laplace no Ma FAQ

When did Laplace no Ma come out on the SNES?

Laplace no Ma was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995; the original game dates back to 1993.

Who made Laplace no Ma?

It was developed by Hummingbird Soft and published by Vic Tokai.

Is Laplace no Ma multiplayer?

Yes. Laplace no Ma supports up to 2 players.

How long does Laplace no Ma take to play?

As a horror game, Laplace no Ma 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 Laplace no Ma 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.

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