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Spectre
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Velocity |
| Publisher | Cybersoft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1994, Spectre is a shooter developed by Velocity and published by Cybersoft. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991.
It landed about 3 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1994 include Final Fantasy VI, Donkey Kong Country and Super Metroid. Among the 26 SNES shooters in our database, it ranks #21 by legacy score.
Spectre 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 are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Spectre is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Spectre cheats & codes
37 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Ammo | C2C8-D4DD |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health | E0C1-6707 |
| Infinite Hyperspace | C2C0-DDDF |
| Freeze Bonus Timer | C232-ADA4 |
| Infinite Lives | E08F-D40D |
Spectre walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Spectre.
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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.
Spectre FAQ
When did Spectre come out on the SNES?
Spectre was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made Spectre?
It was developed by Velocity and published by Cybersoft.
Is Spectre multiplayer?
Yes. Spectre supports up to 2 players.
How long does Spectre take to play?
As a shooter, Spectre 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 Spectre 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.