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Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy
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| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1990) |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy is a platformer released in 1992 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Capcom. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Magic Sword. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990.
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.
Capcom also made Mega Man X, Mega Man 7 and Mega Man X2 for the SNES.
Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy 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 Sword: Heroic Fantasy cheats & codes
62 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Slower Magic Counter Countdown | 5ECC-0D67 |
|---|---|
| Faster Magic Counter Countdown | EECC-0D67 |
| No Magic Counter Countdown | C2CC-0F67 |
| No Energy Loss When Magic Is Used | C2B4-6FD9 |
| No Energy Loss On Collision With Enemies | C2BC-D7A5
C280-D7DD |
Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy 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.
Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy FAQ
When did Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy come out on the SNES?
Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992; the original game dates back to 1990.
Who made Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy?
It was developed by Capcom.
Is Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy multiplayer?
No. Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy is a single-player game.
How long does Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy take to play?
As a platformer, Magic Sword: Heroic Fantasy 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 Sword: Heroic Fantasy 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.