Super Nintendo · Action / Sports
Paperboy 2
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Action, Sports |
| Developer | Tengen |
| Publisher | Mindscape |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Paperboy |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Paperboy 2 is an action game released in 1991 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Tengen and published by Mindscape. It blends action and sports elements.
It belongs to the SNES's earliest wave of games. Other notable SNES releases from 1991 include Final Fantasy IV, Lemmings and SimEarth.
It is part of the Paperboy series. The series also appears on other systems with Paperboy (NES) and Paperboy (N64). Tengen also made Pit-Fighter and Relief Pitcher for the SNES.
Paperboy 2 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Paperboy 2 is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Paperboy 2 cheats & codes
83 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Paperboy Starts With 1 Life Instead Of 5 | DFBF-A767 |
|---|---|
| Paperboy Starts With 3 Lives | D7BF-A767 |
| Paperboy Starts With 7 Lives | D5BF-A767 |
| Paperboy Starts With 9 Lives | DBBF-A767 |
| Paperboy Starts With 25 Lives | FBBF-A767 |
| Paperboy Starts With 50 Lives | 74BF-A767 |
Paperboy 2 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Paperboy 2.
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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.
Paperboy 2 FAQ
When did Paperboy 2 come out on the SNES?
Paperboy 2 was released for the Super Nintendo in 1991.
Who made Paperboy 2?
It was developed by Tengen and published by Mindscape.
Is Paperboy 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Paperboy 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Paperboy 2 take to play?
As an action game, Paperboy 2 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 Paperboy 2 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.