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Spider-Man for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System came out in 1995, developed by Western Technologies Inc. It was one of several comic book games on the platform, arriving late in the SNES lifecycle when developers were pushing the hardware in interesting ways. This version stands out for its attempt to capture the wall-crawling action of the comics within the technical limits of the time.

You control Spider-Man through side-scrolling levels, punching and kicking enemies while using your web to swing across gaps or temporarily disable foes. The main goal is to defeat villains like Venom and Doctor Octopus across a series of stages, each culminating in a large boss encounter. Signature mechanics include screen-by-screen exploration, where you often backtrack or hunt for keys, and the ability to cling to walls and ceilings to avoid hazards. The pacing is brisk, though some sections demand precise timing, especially during swinging sequences. It feels responsive and energetic, like controlling an episode of the animated series.