Super Nintendo · Action / Adventure
Toys
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| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| Developer | Imagineer |
| Publisher | Absolute Entertainment |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Toys is an action game released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Imagineer and published by Absolute Entertainment. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Toys: Let the Toy Wars begin!. It blends action and adventure elements.
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.
Imagineer also made Wolfenstein 3D, The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York for the SNES.
Toys 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 Toys 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.
Toys cheats & codes
62 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | C261-3D7B |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | DF2D-37AC |
| Start With 9 Lives | DB2D-37AC |
| Fewer Toys Gained From Floor Boxes | DC85-4D34 |
| Fewer Toys Gained From Carousel | DC69-CF47 |
| More Toys Gained From Carousel | 7969-CF47 |
Toys 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.
Toys FAQ
When did Toys come out on the SNES?
Toys was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.
Who made Toys?
It was developed by Imagineer and published by Absolute Entertainment.
Is Toys multiplayer?
Yes. Toys supports up to 2 players.
How long does Toys take to play?
As an action game, Toys 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 Toys 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.