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Super Nintendo · Shoot 'em Up / Strategy
Syndicate
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 (originally 1993) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Strategy |
| Developer | Ocean |
| Publisher | Bullfrog |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Syndicate |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Syndicate is a shoot 'em up released in 1995 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Ocean and published by Bullfrog. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993. It blends shoot 'em up and strategy elements.
It landed about 4 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1995 include Chrono Trigger, Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island and Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. Among the 53 SNES shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #19 by legacy score.
It is part of the Syndicate series. The series also appears on other systems with Syndicate Wars (PS1) and Syndicate (Genesis). Ocean also made Worms, The Addams Family and Addams Family Values for the SNES.
Syndicate 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Syndicate 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.
Syndicate cheats & codes
8 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| All Agents Have Infinite Ammo For Pistols | CBAB-CD01 |
|---|---|
| Start With MEGA-Cash | 7DC3-1FDD
7DC3-1F0D |
Syndicate walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Syndicate.
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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.
Syndicate FAQ
When did Syndicate come out on the SNES?
Syndicate was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995; the original game dates back to 1993.
Who made Syndicate?
It was developed by Ocean and published by Bullfrog.
Is Syndicate multiplayer?
Yes. Syndicate supports up to 2 players.
How long does Syndicate take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Syndicate 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 Syndicate 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.