Super Nintendo (SNES)

Yoshi's Safari

Controls Arrow Move Z A X B S Start
Login to use cloud saves Login
Developed and published by Nintendo, Yoshi's Safari is a distinctive light gun shooter designed around the Super Scope. Players ride Yoshi and fire at enemies from a first-person perspective while escorting Baby Mario through colorful stages. Its fast arcade-like pacing, clear objectives, and unusual accessory-driven controls made it one of the SNES's most memorable experiments.
Series
Release Date
1993-01-01
Publisher
Developer
Plays
10

The game presents a first-person shooting view where the player uses the Super Scope to aim at enemies, hazards, and obstacles ahead. Yoshi moves forward automatically, so the player focuses on target prioritization, timing, and keeping Baby Mario safe. Stages are linear with occasional branching moments, boss encounters, and score-based evaluation. Accuracy and remaining health both matter for progress and performance.

Yoshi

The rider-controlled main character who carries Baby Mario through each stage.

Baby Mario

The protected passenger whose health must be preserved during the journey.

Focus on threats that fire repeatedly or control large areas first. During boss fights, watch attack patterns and wait for safe openings before committing shots. Learn enemy spawn positions to pre-aim, and keep your accuracy high to reduce pressure from later sections.

No cheats or unlockables available

Tips

Enemy spawn points are often fixed, so memorizing them helps a lot.

Tips

Clear ranged attackers before close threats to protect Baby Mario more reliably.

Tips

When multiple targets appear, remove the ones that block your view first.

User Reviews

A very unusual take on shooting games with strong character and style.

User Reviews

The accessory-based control scheme gives it a memorable retro charm.

User Reviews

Simple, direct stage design makes it appealing for Mario fans and arcade-shooter players.

Comments

5/5
No comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!

Related Games

More games from nearby platforms and categories.