Rocky Rodent SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Action / Platformer

Rocky Rodent

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SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1993
GenreAction, Platformer
DeveloperIrem
PublisherIrem
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Rocky Rodent is an action game released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Irem. It blends action and platformer elements.

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.

Irem also made Super R-Type, Ranma ½: Chōnai Gekitōhen and DinoCity for the SNES.

Rocky Rodent 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 Rocky Rodent 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.

Rocky Rodent gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Rocky Rodent cheats & codes

16 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Infinite Lives3CAD-4DA7
Start With 5 LivesD1AB-4F0F
Start First Life With This Hairdo (See Note)##A8-17D4
Don't Lose Hairdo If You DieC2C3-3DD5

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Rocky Rodent 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.

Rocky Rodent FAQ

When did Rocky Rodent come out on the SNES?

Rocky Rodent was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.

Who made Rocky Rodent?

It was developed by Irem.

Is Rocky Rodent multiplayer?

No. Rocky Rodent is a single-player game.

How long does Rocky Rodent take to play?

As an action game, Rocky Rodent 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 Rocky Rodent 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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