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Super Nintendo · Beat 'em Up
Sonic Blast Man
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Disco |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Sonic Blast Man |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Sonic Blast Man is a beat 'em up released in 1992 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Disco and published by Taito.
It came out in the SNES's second year on the market. Other notable SNES releases from 1992 include The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Super Mario Kart and Final Fantasy V. Among the 31 SNES beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
It is part of the Sonic Blast Man series; on the SNES you can also try Sonic Blast Man II.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the SNES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Sonic Blast Man is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Sonic Blast Man cheats & codes
83 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 11 Lives | D76B-D46D |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | DDA5-6F60 |
| Start With 0 Dynamite Punches | DDAD-ADDF |
| Start With 5 Dynamite Punches | D9AD-ADDF |
| Start With 7 Dynamite Punches | D5AD-ADDF |
| Start With 9 Dynamite Punches | DBAD-ADDF |
Sonic Blast Man walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Sonic Blast Man.
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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.
Sonic Blast Man FAQ
When did Sonic Blast Man come out on the SNES?
Sonic Blast Man was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992.
Who made Sonic Blast Man?
It was developed by Disco and published by Taito.
Is Sonic Blast Man multiplayer?
No. Sonic Blast Man is a single-player game.
How long does Sonic Blast Man take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Sonic Blast Man typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Sonic Blast Man 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.