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Magic Boy
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| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | JVC |
| Publisher | Empire Interactive |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1994, Magic Boy is a platformer developed by JVC and published by Empire Interactive. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 3 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1994 include Final Fantasy VI, Donkey Kong Country and Super Metroid.
JVC also made Ghoul Patrol, Wolfchild and Timecop for the SNES.
Magic Boy supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- 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 get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Magic Boy is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Magic Boy cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Invincibility | 6DB6-4DAF |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 7E9BB609 |
| Infinite Weapon Gauge | 7E9BC418 |
| Infinite Lives | 3CCF-3F07 |
| Moon Jump | DDBA-4407
DDB2-4D07 |
Magic Boy walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Magic Boy.
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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.
Magic Boy FAQ
When did Magic Boy come out on the SNES?
Magic Boy was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994.
Who made Magic Boy?
It was developed by JVC and published by Empire Interactive.
Is Magic Boy multiplayer?
Yes. Magic Boy supports up to 2 players.
How long does Magic Boy take to play?
As a platformer, Magic Boy 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 Magic Boy 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.