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Super Nintendo · Action / Platformer
Wayne's World
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Gray Matter |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Gray Matter and published by THQ, Wayne's World arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1993 as an action game. It blends action and platformer 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.
Gray Matter also made B.O.B., James Bond Jr. and The Incredible Crash Dummies 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 Wayne's World 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.
Wayne's World cheats & codes
92 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 1 Life | DFAA-A764 |
|---|---|
| Start With 3 Lives | D7AA-A764 |
| Start With 7 Lives | D5AA-A764 |
| Start With 9 Lives | DBAA-A764 |
| Infinite Lives | C28F-0704 |
| Start With 1 Worthiness Point | DF87-0764 |
Wayne's World 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.
Wayne's World FAQ
When did Wayne's World come out on the SNES?
Wayne's World was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.
Who made Wayne's World?
It was developed by Gray Matter and published by THQ.
Is Wayne's World multiplayer?
No. Wayne's World is a single-player game.
How long does Wayne's World take to play?
As an action game, Wayne's World 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 Wayne's World 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.