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Super Nintendo · Action
The Lawnmower Man
Deep cut
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Sales Curve |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1993, The Lawnmower Man is an action game developed by Sales Curve and published by THQ.
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.
Sales Curve also made Time Slip for the SNES.
The Lawnmower Man 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing The Lawnmower Man 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 Lawnmower Man cheats & codes
34 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 40BE-1DAD |
|---|---|
| Super Jump | ECB6-4FD7 |
| Energize Icon Effect Is 2X Longer | D785-376F |
| Energize Icon Effect Is 4X Longer | D985-376F |
| Bitstream Powers Up Instantly (Don't Shoot Too Many Bitstreams At Once) | D1BB-4F64 |
| Keep Weapon Power Ups Once Gained | DDB5-CDAD |
The Lawnmower Man 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 Lawnmower Man FAQ
When did The Lawnmower Man come out on the SNES?
The Lawnmower Man was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.
Who made The Lawnmower Man?
It was developed by Sales Curve and published by THQ.
Is The Lawnmower Man multiplayer?
Yes. The Lawnmower Man supports up to 2 players.
How long does The Lawnmower Man take to play?
As an action game, The Lawnmower Man 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.
Read more about The Lawnmower Man 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.