Super Nintendo · Platformer / Action
Super Star Wars
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Sculptured Software |
| Publisher | JVC |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Star Wars |
| ESRB | E10+ |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Developed by Sculptured Software and published by JVC, Super Star Wars arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1992 as a platformer. It blends platformer 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 140 SNES platformers in our database, it ranks #21 by legacy score.
It is part of the Star Wars series; on the SNES you can also try Super Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and Super Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. The series also appears on other systems with Star Wars Episode I: Racer (N64) and Star Wars: Rogue Squadron (N64). Sculptured Software also made Doom, WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game and The Simpsons: Bart's Nightmare for the SNES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the SNES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Super Star Wars is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Super Star Wars cheats & codes
133 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 2 Lives | DF35-CDA0 |
|---|---|
| Start With 6 Lives | D935-CDA0 |
| Start With 8 Lives | D535-CDA0 |
| Start With 11 Lives | DC35-CDA0 |
| Start With 16 Lives | DE35-CDA0 |
| Start With 26 Lives | FB35-CDA0 |
Super Star Wars walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Super Star Wars.
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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 Star Wars FAQ
When did Super Star Wars come out on the SNES?
Super Star Wars was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992.
Who made Super Star Wars?
It was developed by Sculptured Software and published by JVC.
Is Super Star Wars multiplayer?
No. Super Star Wars is a single-player game.
How long does Super Star Wars take to play?
As a platformer, Super Star Wars 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 Star Wars 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.