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Super Nintendo · RPG
Shadowrun
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Data East |
| Publisher | Beam Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Shadowrun is a role-playing game released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Data East and published by Beam Software.
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.
Data East also made Joe & Mac, Congo's Caper and Magical Drop for the SNES.
Shadowrun is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you want to experience one of the SNES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Shadowrun is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Shadowrun cheats & codes
168 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With Computer, Firearms Skills At Level 2 | D4BE-4DA4 |
|---|---|
| Start With Computer, Firearms Skills At Level 3 | D7BE-4DA4 |
| Start With Computer, Firearms Skills At Level 4 | D0BE-4DA4 |
| Start With Computer, Firearms Skills At Level 5 | D9BE-4DA4 |
| Start With Computer, Firearms Skills At Level 6 | D1BE-4DA4 |
| Don't Subtract Karma For Spells/Skills (Must Have Enough To Advance) | CEEF-4DDD |
Shadowrun walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Shadowrun.
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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.
Shadowrun FAQ
When did Shadowrun come out on the SNES?
Shadowrun was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.
Who made Shadowrun?
It was developed by Data East and published by Beam Software.
Is Shadowrun multiplayer?
No. Shadowrun is a single-player game.
How long does Shadowrun take to play?
As a role-playing game, Shadowrun typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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