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The Mask
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Black Pearl Software |
| Publisher | Black Pearl Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 10 |
Developed by Black Pearl Software, The Mask arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1995 as an action game.
It landed about 4 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1995 include Chrono Trigger, Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island and Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest. Among the 158 SNES action games in our database, it ranks #18 by legacy score.
Black Pearl Software also made Urban Strike, NHL 97 and Total Carnage 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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Mask 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 Mask cheats & codes
52 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Mask Power | C282-1F0D |
|---|---|
| Start With 100 Mask Energy | DF6E-44AD |
| Start With 300 Mask Energy | D76E-44AD |
| Start With 900 Mask Energy | DB6E-44AD |
| Mallet Doesn't Use Any Power | 8EBF-3DD4 |
| Green Hearts Worth 10 | FDC6-3707 |
The Mask walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Mask.
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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 Mask FAQ
When did The Mask come out on the SNES?
The Mask was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995.
Who made The Mask?
It was developed by Black Pearl Software.
Is The Mask multiplayer?
No. The Mask is a single-player game.
How long does The Mask take to play?
As an action game, The Mask 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 Mask 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.