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Super Nintendo · Simulation

Wing Commander: The Secret Missions

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1993
GenreSimulation
DeveloperMindscape
PublisherOrigin Systems
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesWing Commander
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Super Nintendo in 1993, Wing Commander: The Secret Missions is a simulation game developed by Mindscape and published by Origin Systems.

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. Among the 27 SNES simulation games in our database, it ranks #23 by legacy score.

It is part of the Wing Commander series; on the SNES you can also try Wing Commander. The series also appears on other systems with Wing Commander III: Heart of the Tiger (PS1) and Wing Commander III: Heart of the Tiger (3DO). Mindscape also made Cal Ripken Jr. Baseball, Tommy Moe's Winter Extreme: Skiing & Snowboarding and Outlander for the SNES.

Wing Commander: The Secret Missions is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Wing Commander: The Secret Missions is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

Wing Commander: The Secret Missions gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Wing Commander: The Secret Missions cheats & codes

22 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Infinite Blaster PowerC2A6 4D0D
Infinite FuelC2C8 14AD
Start On Mission 8D668 C402
Start On Mission 4D068 C402
Infinite Missiles3C66 C7A1

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Wing Commander: The Secret Missions walkthroughs & guides

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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.

Wing Commander: The Secret Missions FAQ

When did Wing Commander: The Secret Missions come out on the SNES?

Wing Commander: The Secret Missions was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993.

Who made Wing Commander: The Secret Missions?

It was developed by Mindscape and published by Origin Systems.

Is Wing Commander: The Secret Missions multiplayer?

No. Wing Commander: The Secret Missions is a single-player game.

How long does Wing Commander: The Secret Missions take to play?

As a simulation game, Wing Commander: The Secret Missions typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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