Super Chinese World SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Action

Super Chinese World

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1991
GenreAction
DeveloperCulture Brain
PublisherCulture Brain
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut

Super Chinese World is an action game released in 1991 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Culture Brain.

It belongs to the SNES's earliest wave of games. Other notable SNES releases from 1991 include Final Fantasy IV, Lemmings and SimEarth.

Culture Brain also made Super Chinese Fighter, Super Baseball Simulator 1.000 and Super Ninja Boy for the SNES.

Super Chinese World 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Super Chinese World 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.

Super Chinese World gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

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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.

Super Chinese World FAQ

When did Super Chinese World come out on the SNES?

Super Chinese World was released for the Super Nintendo in 1991.

Who made Super Chinese World?

It was developed by Culture Brain.

Is Super Chinese World multiplayer?

Yes. Super Chinese World supports up to 2 players.

How long does Super Chinese World take to play?

As an action game, Super Chinese World 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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