Lemmings Classic
Super Nintendo · Puzzle
Pikiinya!
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | ASCII Corporation |
| Publisher | Crea-tech |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Pikiinya! is a puzzle game released in 1997 for the Super Nintendo, developed by ASCII Corporation and published by Crea-tech.
It landed about 6 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1997 include Kirby's Dream Land 3, Space Invaders and The Lost Vikings 2.
ASCII Corporation also made Ardy Lightfoot, Solid Runner and Spindizzy Worlds for the SNES.
Pikiinya! supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- 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 want story, exploration or action
What playing Pikiinya! is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
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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.
Pikiinya! FAQ
When did Pikiinya! come out on the SNES?
Pikiinya! was released for the Super Nintendo in 1997.
Who made Pikiinya!?
It was developed by ASCII Corporation and published by Crea-tech.
Is Pikiinya! multiplayer?
Yes. Pikiinya! supports up to 2 players.
How long does Pikiinya! take to play?
As a puzzle game, Pikiinya! 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 Pikiinya! 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.