Star Fox: Super Weekend SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Action / Shooter

Star Fox: Super Weekend

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1993
GenreAction, Shooter, Shoot 'em Up
DeveloperArgonaut Software
PublisherNintendo
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Super Nintendo in 1993, Star Fox: Super Weekend is an action game developed by Argonaut Software and published by Nintendo. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Starwing: Competition. It blends action, shooter and shoot 'em up 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.

Argonaut Software also made Stunt Race FX, Vortex and King Arthur's World for the SNES.

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 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 Star Fox: Super Weekend 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.

Star Fox: Super Weekend gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Star Fox: Super Weekend cheats & codes

12 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite Missiles7E15ADFF
Infinite Energy7E039628
Infinite Missiles (Alternate Code)7E15AF04
Infinite Time (Minutes)7EF0DA09
Infinite Time (Seconds - Ones Digit)7EF0DB09
Infinite Time (Seconds - Tens Digit)7EF0DC09

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Star Fox: Super Weekend 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.

Star Fox: Super Weekend FAQ

When did Star Fox: Super Weekend come out on the SNES?

Star Fox: Super Weekend was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.

Who made Star Fox: Super Weekend?

It was developed by Argonaut Software and published by Nintendo.

Is Star Fox: Super Weekend multiplayer?

No. Star Fox: Super Weekend is a single-player game.

How long does Star Fox: Super Weekend take to play?

As an action game, Star Fox: Super Weekend 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.

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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