Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Action / Platformer

Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki

Deep cut

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1994
GenreAction, Platformer
DeveloperTecmo
PublisherTecmo
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesPopeye
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by Tecmo, Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1994 as an action game. It blends action and platformer 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.

It is part of the Popeye series. The series also appears on other systems with Popeye (2600) and Popeye (5200). Tecmo also made Super Double Dragon, Captain Tsubasa 3: Koutei no Chousen and Captain Tsubasa 4: Pro no Rival Tachi for the SNES.

Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki 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.

Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki cheats & codes

33 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Infinite HealthC2E3-1DD6
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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.

Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki FAQ

When did Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki come out on the SNES?

Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994.

Who made Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki?

It was developed by Tecmo.

Is Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki multiplayer?

No. Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki is a single-player game.

How long does Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki take to play?

As an action game, Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki 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 Popeye: Ijiwaru Majo Seahag no Maki 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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