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Super Nintendo · Puzzle / Strategy
The Brainies
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Puzzle, Strategy |
| Developer | Altreid Concept |
| Publisher | Titus |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Skweek |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
The Brainies is a puzzle game released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Altreid Concept and published by Titus. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991. It blends puzzle and strategy elements.
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 Skweek series. The series also appears on other systems with Slider (Game Gear).
The Brainies is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- 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 want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Brainies is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
The Brainies cheats & codes
20 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | C262-0DD4 |
|---|---|
| Start With And Always Have 9 Jokers | DBCC-6F6D |
| Infinite Continues | C262-67AF |
| Start On Level | ##63-AF6D |
The Brainies walkthroughs & guides
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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.
The Brainies FAQ
When did The Brainies come out on the SNES?
The Brainies was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made The Brainies?
It was developed by Altreid Concept and published by Titus.
Is The Brainies multiplayer?
No. The Brainies is a single-player game.
How long does The Brainies take to play?
As a puzzle game, The Brainies 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.
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