The Lost Vikings 2 Classic
Super Nintendo · Platformer
The Lost Vikings
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Silicon & Synapse |
| Publisher | Interplay |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Lost Vikings |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 22 |
The Lost Vikings is a platformer released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Silicon & Synapse and published by Interplay.
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 Star Fox. Among the 140 SNES platformers in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
It is part of the Lost Vikings series; on the SNES you can also try The Lost Vikings 2. The series also appears on other systems with The Lost Vikings (Genesis) and The Lost Vikings (GBA). Silicon & Synapse also made RPM Racing and Rock n' Roll Racing for the SNES.
The Lost Vikings supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the SNES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing The Lost Vikings is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
The Lost Vikings cheats & codes
34 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite HP For All Vikings (Instant Death Still Kills You) | 1D23-D7AF |
|---|---|
| Start At Level X (Skips Logos & Intro) | XX62-0FD4 |
The Lost Vikings walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Lost Vikings.
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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 Lost Vikings FAQ
When did The Lost Vikings come out on the SNES?
The Lost Vikings was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.
Who made The Lost Vikings?
It was developed by Silicon & Synapse and published by Interplay.
Is The Lost Vikings multiplayer?
Yes. The Lost Vikings supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does The Lost Vikings take to play?
As a platformer, The Lost Vikings 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 Lost Vikings 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.