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Super Nintendo · Simulation
SimCity
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Simulation |
| Developer | Maxis Software |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | SimCity |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Developed by Maxis Software and published by Nintendo, SimCity arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1991 as a simulation game. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989.
It belongs to the SNES's earliest wave of games. Other notable SNES releases from 1991 include Final Fantasy IV, Lemmings and SimEarth. Among the 27 SNES simulation games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the SimCity series. The series also appears on other systems with SimCity DS (DS) and SimCity 2000 (Saturn). Maxis Software also made SimEarth, SimAnt and SimAnt: The Electronic Ant Colony for the SNES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the SNES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want clear goals and a defined ending
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing SimCity is like
Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.
Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.
SimCity cheats & codes
93 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Money Doesn't Decrease For Most Types Of Spending | C28A-AD61 |
|---|---|
| Time Goes Faster | DD67-DFAA |
| Time Goes Slower | DE67-DFAA |
| Get One Dollar Every Time You Build Something | E38A-AD61 |
| Can Bulldoze Portions of Buildings, Fires, Radioactivity, Etc | DD80-0709 |
| All Buildings Have Power | DD86-046A |
SimCity 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.
SimCity FAQ
When did SimCity come out on the SNES?
SimCity was released for the Super Nintendo in 1991; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made SimCity?
It was developed by Maxis Software and published by Nintendo.
Is SimCity multiplayer?
No. SimCity is a single-player game.
How long does SimCity take to play?
As a simulation game, SimCity typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about SimCity 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.