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SOS
SOS is a side-scrolling action game released in 1994 by Human. The game follows a straightforward run-and-gun formula, with players controlling a character who battles through multiple stages populated with enemies and obstacles. Combat revolves around shooting and melee attacks, with weapon variety offering different tactical approaches to each stage. The action unfolds across numerous levels set in diverse environments, each progressively introducing more challenging enemy patterns and stage hazards. Players navigate the screen from left to right, clearing enemies to advance. The game supports single-player gameplay and relies on precise timing and positioning for weapon effectiveness. Controls allow for movement, jumping, and weapon switching during combat. SOS emphasizes continuous action and pattern recognition, requiring players to adapt their approach as difficulty escalates through the campaign.
- Developer
- Human
- Released
- 1994
- Platform
- SNES
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 1P
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 (2.8K)
- Last updated
SOS Controls — SNES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for SOS 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.
SOS Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of SOS 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
"SOS" SNES longplay 1994
SOS Cheat Codes
7 community-curated cheats for SOS. Tick any to activate them automatically when you click "Play with cheats" — or copy a code into your own emulator.
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Time Remaining - 26:19
7E03A028+7E03A100+7E03A221+7E03A300 -
Time Remaining - 59:59
7E03A000+7E03A100+7E03A200+7E03A300 -
Prevent The Initial Capsizing of The Ship (And More)
7E030501 -
Ship Is Always Right-Side-Up
7E0212:00+7E0213:00 -
Moon Jump
7E04EE14 -
Invincible Against Fire
7E16043C -
Stop Ship From Moving
7E030501
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was SOS released?
SOS was released in 1994 for the SNES.
Who developed SOS?
SOS was developed by Human, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does SOS support?
SOS is a single-player Action game for the SNES.
What type of game is SOS?
SOS is a Action game for the SNES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play SOS for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — SOS runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play SOS in the browser?
No. SOS streams from a public archive into a browser-side SNES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in SOS?
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 SOS 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 SOS this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of SOS. 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.
