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The Hunt for Red October
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 (originally 1990) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Riedel Software Productions |
| Publisher | HiTech Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Riedel Software Productions and published by HiTech Software, The Hunt for Red October arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1993 as a shoot 'em up. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990.
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.
Riedel Software Productions also made Beethoven: The Ultimate Canine Caper and Tom & Jerry 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 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 The Hunt for Red October 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.
The Hunt for Red October cheats & codes
66 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 0 Bombs Instead Of 40 | DD34-4761 |
|---|---|
| Start With 99 Bombs | 1734-4761 |
| Infinite Bombs | C2AE-1404 |
| Start With 0 Torpedoes Instead Of 60 | DD3F-47D1 |
| Start With 99 Torpedoes | 173F-47D1 |
| Infinite Torpedoes | C2A0-1D64 |
The Hunt for Red October walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Hunt for Red October.
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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 Hunt for Red October FAQ
When did The Hunt for Red October come out on the SNES?
The Hunt for Red October was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993; the original game dates back to 1990.
Who made The Hunt for Red October?
It was developed by Riedel Software Productions and published by HiTech Software.
Is The Hunt for Red October multiplayer?
No. The Hunt for Red October is a single-player game.
How long does The Hunt for Red October take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, The Hunt for Red October 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 The Hunt for Red October 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.