Super Valis IV SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Action

Super Valis IV

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1993
GenreAction
DeveloperTelenet
PublisherAtlus
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesValis
LegacyDeep cut

Super Valis IV is an action game released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Telenet and published by Atlus.

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.

It is part of the Valis series. The series also appears on other systems with Valis: The Fantasm Soldier (NES) and Valis III (Genesis).

Super Valis IV 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)
  • 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 Super Valis IV 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 Valis IV gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Super Valis IV cheats & codes

66 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Allows You To Select Easy Mode On The Options Screen042C-ADD7
Infinite Usage For All Special AttacksDD66-A7A7
Protection From Most Enemy AttacksC2AA-0DAF
Heart Worth MoreF684-0F0D
Heart Worth Much More4684-0F0D
Enable Level Select3CAC-6407

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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 Valis IV FAQ

When did Super Valis IV come out on the SNES?

Super Valis IV was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.

Who made Super Valis IV?

It was developed by Telenet and published by Atlus.

Is Super Valis IV multiplayer?

No. Super Valis IV is a single-player game.

How long does Super Valis IV take to play?

As an action game, Super Valis IV 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.

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