X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse SNES box art

Super Nintendo · Action / Platformer

X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1994
GenreAction, Platformer, Beat 'em Up
DeveloperCapcom
PublisherCapcom
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesX-Men
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 8

X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse is an action game released in 1994 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Capcom. It blends action, platformer and beat 'em up elements.

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 X-Men series. The series also appears on other systems with X-Men (Genesis) and The Uncanny X-Men (NES). Capcom also made Mega Man X, Mega Man 7 and Mega Man X2 for the SNES.

X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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 X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse 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.

X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse cheats & codes

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

Alternate Code703A-DDEA
Fighting Will Automatically Use Mutant Power4723-6AD4
Everyone Dead Except Cyclops607D-7750
Take No Damage From Most Enemy HitsC2EB-E706
Take No Damage From Most Enemy Grenades And BulletsC2E3-E7D6
Invincibility (FlashingDFF5-7D01

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X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse 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.

X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse FAQ

When did X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse come out on the SNES?

X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse was released for the Super Nintendo in 1994.

Who made X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse?

It was developed by Capcom.

Is X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse multiplayer?

No. X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse is a single-player game.

How long does X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse take to play?

As an action game, X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse 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 X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse 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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