Super Nintendo · Action
The Smurfs
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Bit Managers |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Les Schtroumpfs |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1994, The Smurfs is an action game developed by Bit Managers and published by Infogrames.
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.
It is part of the Les Schtroumpfs series; on the SNES you can also try The Smurfs Travel the World. The series also appears on other systems with Smurf: Rescue in Gargamel's Castle (2600) and Smurf: Rescue in Gargamel's Castle (ColecoVision).
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)
- you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Smurfs 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 Smurfs cheats & codes
23 codes on file (Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Pro Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 7E04E203 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time | 7E04E609 |
| Invisible Smurf | 7E04460F |
| Invincible (Flashing) | 7E0447FF |
| Set Score To 900,000 | 7E04D809 |
| Infinite Lives | 7E04E104 |
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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 Smurfs FAQ
When did The Smurfs come out on the SNES?
The Smurfs was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994.
Who made The Smurfs?
It was developed by Bit Managers and published by Infogrames.
Is The Smurfs multiplayer?
No. The Smurfs is a single-player game.
How long does The Smurfs take to play?
As an action game, The Smurfs 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.
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