Asterix & Obelix
Asterix & Obelix is a 2-player action game developed by Infogrames in 1995 for the Super Nintendo. Based on the famous French comic book series, the game features the two Gallic warriors fighting through side-scrolling levels. Players control either Asterix or Obelix, attacking enemies with melee strikes and special moves powered by the magical potion that grants superhuman strength. The game supports simultaneous two-player cooperation, with both characters visible and controllable on screen at the same time. Controls map jumping and attacking to standard controller buttons for straightforward gameplay. Levels are organized by themed environments that progressively increase in difficulty, culminating in boss encounters at the end of each stage. The action is fast-paced and combat-focused, requiring players to time their attacks and position themselves carefully to overcome enemy patterns.
- Developer
- Infogrames
- Released
- 1995
- Platform
- SNES
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 2P
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 (2K)
- Last updated
Asterix & Obelix Controls — SNES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Asterix & Obelix on our in-browser SNES emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| S | X | Tertiary action |
| A | Y | Quaternary action |
| Q | L | Left shoulder |
| W | R | Right shoulder |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
Asterix & Obelix Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Asterix & Obelix on SNES before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"Asterix & Obelix" SNES longplay 1995
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Asterix & Obelix released?
Asterix & Obelix was released in 1995 for the SNES.
Who developed Asterix & Obelix?
Asterix & Obelix was developed by Infogrames, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Asterix & Obelix support?
Asterix & Obelix supports up to 2 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the SNES.
What type of game is Asterix & Obelix?
Asterix & Obelix is a Action game for the SNES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Asterix & Obelix for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Asterix & Obelix runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Asterix & Obelix in the browser?
No. Asterix & Obelix streams from a public archive into a browser-side SNES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Asterix & Obelix?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original SNES cartridge supported.
Does Asterix & Obelix work on mobile devices?
Yes — the SNES emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play Asterix & Obelix this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Asterix & Obelix. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
