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Super Nintendo · Shoot 'em Up
Syvalion
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | JVC |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Taito and published by JVC, Syvalion arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1992 as a shoot 'em up. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988.
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.
Taito also made Space Invaders, Lufia & the Fortress of Doom and Arkanoid for the SNES.
Syvalion 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Syvalion 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.
Syvalion cheats & codes
10 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | 7E1CC408 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Fire | 7E1CDF15 |
| Infinite Lives | 7E1B1205 |
| Level Modifier | 7E1B2E00 |
| Invincibility | 1DB8-AF0B |
| Infinite Lives | C2CF-A0F4 |
Syvalion walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Syvalion.
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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.
Syvalion FAQ
When did Syvalion come out on the SNES?
Syvalion was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Syvalion?
It was developed by Taito and published by JVC.
Is Syvalion multiplayer?
No. Syvalion is a single-player game.
How long does Syvalion take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Syvalion 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 Syvalion 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.