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In a post-apocalyptic world where magic has returned and society is controlled by massive corporations, you are a Shadowrunner. "Shadowrun" for the Super Nintendo was the first video game based on the Shadowrun tabletop role-playing game. At the start of the game, the player wakes up in a morgue with no recollection of his life. He only knows his name: Jake Armitage. This game from Beam Software tasks you with uncovering the rest of your identity and why you were killed. "Shadowrun" also has the distinctive honor of being one of the first film noir-style games on a console. The story is a loose adaption of the first Shadowrun novel, "Never Deal with a Dragon." For gamers who want to see everything this version has to offer, there are approximately 25 hours of gameplay.Track down your apartment and your identity in the early rounds of this SNES game. From there, you'll eventually uncover a plot that could change the world as you know it. "Shadowrun" features point-and-click gameplay that is unique for a platform system. You can examine everything in your environment, which often leads to new clues. When you talk to NPCs, you ask them questions from a list. Only knowing the right questions to ask will provide you with the necessary answers for your adventure. "Shadowrun" is not just a film noir game; it is also a cyberpunk one. As a result, this SNES title has a slightly futuristic look and feel. Characters can insert themselves directly into the internet, and it's common to see gene-spliced humans walking around. Like any good film noir story, your investigation will eventually lead to combat. Fight scenes take place in real time. The environment is displayed from an isometric perspective that gives you a broad view of the action at all times. Your character remains stationary while you aim a reticule. You'll need to pick off your enemies before they can shoot you. Often, your enemies are hiding in every nook and cranny. You'll fight not only other humans but also vampires, dragons, and reanimated skeletons. In addition to an array of weapons like pistols and assault rifles, you can also wield magic. After every kill, Jake earns karma, which he can use to increase his skills and health. He'll also earn Nuyen, the currency used to buy new weapons and armor. At certain points in this SNES title, you can directly enter the internet. Here, this SNES title becomes more like an RPG, or role-playing game, as you destroy nodes and collect data in turn-based combat. Publisher Data East captured the feel of the "Shadowrun" universe in this SNES version. The world is presented in grays and blacks, giving a sinister feel to the gaming environment. The music features a heavy dose of techno and bass. The character portraits are extremely detailed, replicating those found in the pen-and-paper game perfectly. This Nintendo title deals with mature themes, and it combines a dark story with fantastic gameplay to create an RPG experience that stands out during play.Product Identifiers
PublisherData East
MPNSNS-P-WR
UPC0013252011021
eBay Product ID (ePID)5078
Product Key Features
RatingE-Everyone
GenreRole Playing, Action & Adventure
PlatformSUPER NES
Game NameShadowrun
Additional Product Features
Release Year1993
Number of Players1
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Control ElementsGamepad/Joystick
Also Available in this PlatformsPC Games
Support ElementsCartridge Save
ESRB DescriptorBlood, Animated Violence
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- 23 Oct, 2017
An Underrated Classic
This game doesn’t offer that much in the graphics department. And the controls are kinda wonky... BUT! The story is one of the most compelling among many RPGs I’ve played and with a memorable soundtrack to boot! I know there are modern Shadowrun games on Steam, but I would love to see a remake of this specific storyline made available on Nintendo Switch. But doubting that will ever happen, I will enjoy reliving this 16-Buy classic.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Apr, 2021
A unique snes cyberpunk rpg
Before cyberpunk 2077 there was Shadowrun. While the graphics are not the best on the system, the levels ooze with charm and character. The world is full of memorable locations, characters, and things to discover. This game is well worth the time to track down and play. I can’t think of anything else like it on the snes. A must buy in my opinion!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 Jul, 2018
Great game!!! One of the first cyberpunk thriller games that I can remember. Brings back good memories of long gameplay while I was a kid.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Apr, 2019
Great Gift
Bought as a gift for a colleague. They loved it. Thanks!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 11 Oct, 2017
Shadowrun
Thanks man, works greatVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 25 Feb, 2022
Great!
Worked awesome! Great shape!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 13 May, 2024
Great to deal with
Great to deal withVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 25 Oct, 2017
As described!
Thanks!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 27 Dec, 2024
Nice Graded Super Nintendo Video Game Ca...
Nice Graded Super Nintendo Video Game Cartridge.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
