Product Overview
- Product Name: Firepower 2000
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: Loose
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Save Battery Status*: Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery
- Notes: Cartridge is in excellent shape for a loose SNES cart — clean contacts and a bright, fully intact label with no peeling or fading. The manual shows heavy wear but is included as a nice bonus. Overall, this is a great-looking copy of a hidden SNES gem — don’t miss the chance to add it to your collection!
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What's Included
- SNES Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Cartridge Dust Cover / Sleeve: No
- Original Retail Box: No
- Extras:
Game Description
Take command of high-tech military firepower in Firepower 2000 for the Super Nintendo, an adrenaline-charged shoot-em-up that combines fast-paced action with cutting-edge 16-bit visuals. Players pilot either a heavily armored jeep or a futuristic helicopter through enemy-infested battlefields, annihilating robotic foes and tanks with a massive arsenal of weapon upgrades. Its mix of ground and air combat, explosive fire effects, and smooth scrolling make every mission a high-octane showcase of SNES shooting excellence.
Released in 1992 by Sunsoft and developed by Sales Curve Interactive, Firepower 2000 (known as Super SWIV in Europe) stands out as a technical marvel of its time. Its two-vehicle gameplay offered players distinct playstyles—speed and agility in the helicopter, or raw power and precision in the jeep—creating a dynamic and replayable experience. Tight controls, a thumping military-style soundtrack, and highly detailed environments make this a sleeper hit that holds up remarkably well today.
Over the years, Firepower 2000 has earned its reputation as a hidden gem among Super Nintendo collectors. With limited distribution in North America and a unique cooperative mode, it’s now recognized as one of the most underrated 16-bit shooters of the early ’90s. For fans of classics like Axelay and UN Squadron, this one delivers every bit of the action-packed thrill with a flavor all its own.
Gameplay Features
- Choose between two vehicles: a heavy assault jeep or agile attack helicopter
- Classic top-down SNES shoot-em-up action with responsive controls
- Collect powerful weapon upgrades and switch freely between them in battle
- Dynamic cooperative mode lets two players tackle missions together
- Explosive effects, detailed environments, and strong enemy AI for tactical combat
- One of the most polished and overlooked shooters on the Super Nintendo
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Firepower 2000 is part of the SWIV series, a spiritual successor to the 1988 Amiga hit Silkworm. Its blend of air and ground vehicle gameplay was groundbreaking for its time and gave the title a distinctive dual-perspective combat system not often seen in console shooters.
Although it flew under the radar at launch, Firepower 2000 has since developed a strong cult following for its crisp graphics, tight mechanics, and balanced challenge. Many collectors now regard it as one of the best hidden gems on the SNES—a must-play for fans of arcade-style shooting perfection.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Shoot-em-up
- Year Released: 1992
- Publisher: Sunsoft
- Developer: Sales Curve Interactive
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 020763110303
- SKU: 7331
- Format: Super Nintendo Entertainment System (Super NES) game cartridge
- Platform: Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) 16-bit video game console
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
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