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Cannon Fodder
Cannon Fodder is a squad-based action game developed by Sensible Software, released in 1994. Players command a unit of soldiers across a series of military missions, viewing the action from an overhead perspective. The game emphasizes tactical positioning and unit management, requiring players to carefully maneuver their squad while avoiding enemy fire. Each level presents specific objectives, ranging from eliminating enemy forces to rescuing hostages. The SNES version supports two-player cooperative gameplay, allowing friends to coordinate their forces together. Controls allow players to move their squad and direct fire with precision. The campaign progresses through themed environments with increasing difficulty. A distinctive feature is the implementation of friendly fire, which punishes careless play and encourages thoughtful tactics. Success depends on balancing aggression with strategic restraint, as ammunition is limited and units can be permanently lost during missions.
- Developer
- Sensible Software
- Released
- 1994
- Platform
- SNES
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 2P
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 (2.4K)
- Last updated
Cannon Fodder Controls — SNES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Cannon Fodder 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.
Cannon Fodder Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Cannon Fodder 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
"Cannon Fodder" SNES longplay 1994
Cannon Fodder Cheat Codes
7 community-curated cheats for Cannon Fodder. Tick any to activate them automatically when you click "Play with cheats" — or copy a code into your own emulator.
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Infinite Grenades
7E15C603 -
Infinite Missiles
7E15CC06 -
Number of Men Away is 0
7E091900 -
Leader Becomes General
7E05AB0F -
Skip Mission (Press SELECT Ingame)
7EFAE376+7EFAE498 -
Infinite Recruits
C281-1403 -
Press Select to Skip Missions
DD61-C769+DD61-C7A9
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cannon Fodder released?
Cannon Fodder was released in 1994 for the SNES.
Who developed Cannon Fodder?
Cannon Fodder was developed by Sensible Software, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Cannon Fodder support?
Cannon Fodder supports up to 2 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the SNES.
What type of game is Cannon Fodder?
Cannon Fodder is a Action game for the SNES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Cannon Fodder for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Cannon Fodder runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Cannon Fodder in the browser?
No. Cannon Fodder streams from a public archive into a browser-side SNES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Cannon Fodder?
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 Cannon Fodder 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 Cannon Fodder this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Cannon Fodder. 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.
