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Super Nintendo · Puzzle

WildSnake

Deep cut

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1994
GenrePuzzle
DeveloperJ.S.C. Gamos
PublisherSpectrum Holobyte
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

WildSnake is a puzzle game released in 1994 for the Super Nintendo, developed by J.S.C. Gamos and published by Spectrum Holobyte.

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.

WildSnake supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want story, exploration or action

What playing WildSnake is like

Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.

Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.

WildSnake gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

WildSnake cheats & codes

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

Snake Pattern Modifier (After 1st Snake)7E14B0??

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WildSnake walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for WildSnake.

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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.

WildSnake FAQ

When did WildSnake come out on the SNES?

WildSnake was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994.

Who made WildSnake?

It was developed by J.S.C. Gamos and published by Spectrum Holobyte.

Is WildSnake multiplayer?

Yes. WildSnake supports up to 2 players.

How long does WildSnake take to play?

As a puzzle game, WildSnake typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about WildSnake 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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