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Shadowrun
Shadowrun is a side-scrolling action game developed by Data East in 1993, based on the Shadowrun tabletop RPG universe. Players assume the role of a shadowrunner navigating a cyberpunk world blended with fantasy elements. The game features run-and-gun style action with multiple weapons and equipment that can be acquired and upgraded throughout the adventure. Combat relies on quick reflexes and timing as you face various enemies across diverse environments, from urban streets to industrial facilities. The game is structured around distinct levels with progression-based difficulty. Controls are responsive, allowing for both movement and combat to feel fluid. Shadowrun combines the gritty aesthetics of cyberpunk with magical elements, creating a unique atmosphere. The game requires mastery of weapon mechanics and positioning to overcome challenging enemy encounters throughout its campaign.
- Developer
- Data East
- Released
- 1993
- Platform
- SNES
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 1P
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 (4.7K)
- Last updated
Shadowrun Controls — SNES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Shadowrun 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.
Shadowrun Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Shadowrun 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
"Shadowrun" SNES longplay 1993
Shadowrun Cheat Codes
30 community-curated cheats for Shadowrun. Tick any to activate them automatically when you click "Play with cheats" — or copy a code into your own emulator.
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Pick Up Money For Maximum Money
DEA8-4DA7 -
Get Around 944 Karma When You Earn Any
69A6-1F07+6BA6-1F67 -
Can Always Cast Magic
D069-3D64 -
Start with computer, firearms skills at level 2
D4BE-4DA48098F302 -
Start with computer, firearms skills at level 3
D7BE-4DA48098F303 -
Start with computer, firearms skills at level 4
D0BE-4DA48098F304 -
Start with computer, firearms skills at level 5
D9BE-4DA48098F305 -
Start with computer, firearms skills at level 6
D1BE-4DA4 -
Everything is free
6DAE-4FA7+FFAE-44D76DAE-4FA780CCF780+1 -
Don't subtract karma for spells/skills [must have enough to advance]
CEEF-4DDD
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Don't subtract karma for shooting people [ignore message saying you lost karma]
CE6D-47A4 -
Don't subtract spell points [works for all spell casters]. note: casting spells you aren't allowed to raises your spell points.
8E69-3DA4 -
Start with 2 strength and charisma
D4BC-44048098A902 -
Start with 4 strength and charisma
D0BC-44048098A904 -
Start with 5 strength and charisma
D9BC-44048098A905 -
Start with 6 strength and charisma
D1BC-44048098A906 -
Start with 50 stamina
74B8-4DA48098B332 -
Start with 100 stamina
10B8-4DA48098B364 -
Going up 1 body point adds 20 stamina instead of 10
F0E1-1FDD80F16414 -
Going up 1 body point adds 30 stamina instead of 10
F3E1-1FDD80F1641E -
Add 65,000 nuyen [if less than 65,000]
DFBC-17AF+DEB8-1D0F+7AB8-1D6F+6EB8-1DDF+53B8-1DAF -
Add about 131,000 nuyen [if less than 65,000]
D4BC-17AF+DEB8-1D0F+7AB8-1D6F+6EB8-1DDF+53B8-1DAF -
Add about 524,000 nuyen [if less than 65,000]
D6BC-17AF+DEB8-1D0F+7AB8-1D6F+6EB8-1DDF+53B8-1DAF -
Set stamina to 100
10BC-17AF+DDB8-1D0F+7AB8-1D6F+6EB8-1DDF+53B8-1DAF -
Set stamina to 200
A6BC-17AF+DDB8-1D0F+7AB8-1D6F+6EB8-1DDF+53B8-1DAF -
Set magic total possible to 10 [and spell points to 100]
DCBC-17AF+EAB8-1D0F+78B8-1D6F+6EB8-1DDF+53B8-1DAF -
Set magic total possible to 20 [and spell points to 200]
F0BC-17AF+EAB8-1D0F+78B8-1D6F+6EB8-1DDF+53B8-1DAF -
Set magic total possible to 25 [and spell points to 250]
FBBC-17AF+EAB8-1D0F+78B8-1D6F+6EB8-1DDF+53B8-1DAF
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shadowrun released?
Shadowrun was released in 1993 for the SNES.
Who developed Shadowrun?
Shadowrun was developed by Data East, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Shadowrun support?
Shadowrun is a single-player Action game for the SNES.
What type of game is Shadowrun?
Shadowrun is a Action game for the SNES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Shadowrun for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Shadowrun runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Shadowrun in the browser?
No. Shadowrun streams from a public archive into a browser-side SNES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Shadowrun?
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 Shadowrun 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 Shadowrun this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Shadowrun. 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.
