The Pagemaster SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Platformer / Action

The Pagemaster

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1994
GenrePlatformer, Action
DeveloperProbe Software
PublisherFox Interactive
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 5

Released for the Super Nintendo in 1994, The Pagemaster is a platformer developed by Probe Software and published by Fox Interactive. It blends platformer and action 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.

Probe Software also made Batman Forever, Judge Dredd and Stargate for the SNES.

The Pagemaster is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing The Pagemaster 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 Pagemaster gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

The Pagemaster cheats & codes

12 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:

Have Max/Inf Keys7E025C99
Max/Inf Lives7E01E809
Inf Continue Time7E1A0F01
Open All Worlds And All Levels7E00D601
Digit 17E01E000
Digit 27E01E100

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The Pagemaster 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 Pagemaster FAQ

When did The Pagemaster come out on the SNES?

The Pagemaster was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994.

Who made The Pagemaster?

It was developed by Probe Software and published by Fox Interactive.

Is The Pagemaster multiplayer?

No. The Pagemaster is a single-player game.

How long does The Pagemaster take to play?

As a platformer, The Pagemaster 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 Pagemaster 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.

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