Super Nintendo · Action / Action-Adventure
The Firemen
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Action, Action-Adventure, Adventure |
| Developer | Human |
| Publisher | Human |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
The Firemen is an action game released in 1994 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Human. It blends action, action-adventure and adventure elements.
It landed about 3 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1994 include Final Fantasy VI, Donkey Kong Country and Super Metroid.
Human also made Clock Tower, Super Soccer and F1 Pole Position for the SNES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 The Firemen 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.
The Firemen cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | 7E15C730 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Extingushing Bombs | 7E091A05 |
| Invincibility | 7E08C902 |
| Walk Through Walls | DDC4-14DD |
| Infinite Water Bombs | 62B8-14D7 |
| Infinite Time | 7E198209
7E198309
7E198409
7E198509 |
The Firemen 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 Firemen FAQ
When did The Firemen come out on the SNES?
The Firemen was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994.
Who made The Firemen?
It was developed by Human.
Is The Firemen multiplayer?
No. The Firemen is a single-player game.
How long does The Firemen take to play?
As an action game, The Firemen 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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