Super Scope 6 SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Shooter / Action

Super Scope 6

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1992
GenreShooter, Action
DeveloperNintendo
PublisherNintendo
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 5

Developed by Nintendo, Super Scope 6 arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1992 as a shooter. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Nintendo Scope 6. It blends shooter and action elements.

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 26 SNES shooters in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.

Nintendo also made Super Mario World, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Super Mario Kart for the SNES.

Super Scope 6 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Super Scope 6 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.

Super Scope 6 gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Super Scope 6 cheats & codes

20 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Add 1 bullets at a time [Type A Game]DFC6-05D4
Add 3 bullets at a time [Type A Game]D7C6-05D4
Add 5 bullets at a time [Type A Game]D9C6-05D4
Add 7 bullets at a time [Type A Game]D5C6-05D4
Add 9 bullets at a time [Type A Game]DBC6-05D4
Infinite bullets [Type A Game]C9C2-D16F

See all Super Scope 6 cheats

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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 Scope 6 FAQ

When did Super Scope 6 come out on the SNES?

Super Scope 6 was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992.

Who made Super Scope 6?

It was developed by Nintendo.

Is Super Scope 6 multiplayer?

No. Super Scope 6 is a single-player game.

How long does Super Scope 6 take to play?

As a shooter, Super Scope 6 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 Super Scope 6 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.

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