Q*bert 3 SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Action

Q*bert 3

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1993
GenreAction
DeveloperRealtime Associates
PublisherRealtime Associates
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Super Nintendo in 1993, Q*bert 3 is an action game developed by Realtime Associates.

It landed about 2 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1993 include Super Mario All-Stars, Secret of Mana and The Lost Vikings.

Realtime Associates also made Beavis and Butt-head, Aaahh!!! Real Monsters and Warlock for the SNES.

Q*bert 3 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
  • you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Q*bert 3 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.

Q*bert 3 gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Q*bert 3 cheats & codes

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

Start With 1 Life Instead Of 5DF66-D7DD
Start With 3 LivesD766-D7DD
Start With 7 LivesD566-D7DD
Start With 9 LivesDB66-D7DD
Start With 25 LivesFB66-D7DD
Start With 100 Lives1066-D7DD

See all Q*bert 3 cheats

Q*bert 3 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.

Q*bert 3 FAQ

When did Q*bert 3 come out on the SNES?

Q*bert 3 was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.

Who made Q*bert 3?

It was developed by Realtime Associates.

Is Q*bert 3 multiplayer?

Yes. Q*bert 3 supports up to 2 players.

How long does Q*bert 3 take to play?

As an action game, Q*bert 3 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.

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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