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Super Nintendo · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Sunset Riders
Co-op
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Sunset Riders is a shoot 'em up released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Konami. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter 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. Among the 53 SNES shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
Konami also made Contra III: The Alien Wars, Super Castlevania IV and International Superstar Soccer Deluxe for the SNES.
Sunset Riders supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 a game to beat together with a friend
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Sunset Riders is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Sunset Riders cheats & codes
46 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 3C32-3DDF |
|---|---|
| Once You're Hit, You'll Be Invincible For The Rest of The Level | DDE3-3DAD |
Sunset Riders walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Sunset Riders.
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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.
Sunset Riders FAQ
When did Sunset Riders come out on the SNES?
Sunset Riders was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made Sunset Riders?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Sunset Riders multiplayer?
Yes. Sunset Riders supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Sunset Riders take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Sunset Riders 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 Sunset Riders 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.