Product Overview
- Product Name: Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: In Box
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Save Battery Status*: Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery
- Notes: Box shows light shelf wear with minimal creasing and corner wear - box retains strong structure. Inner cardboard tray is in perfect condition. Instruction manual near-pristine with crisp pages and intact staples. Cartridge is perfect and looks as if never played. A very respectable copy that shows extremely well.
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- SNES Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Cartridge Dust Cover / Sleeve: No
- Original Retail Box: Yes
- Extras:
Game Description
Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure swings onto the Super Nintendo Entertainment System as a thrilling reimagining of the classic 1980s Pitfall! franchise. Developed by Redline Games and published by Activision in 1994, this cinematic platformer follows Pitfall Harry Jr. on a quest through the jungles, temples, and ruins of Central America to rescue his famous father, the original Pitfall Harry. Blending fast-paced action, lush 16-bit visuals, and challenging exploration, it’s a standout adventure that honors its roots while feeling completely modern for the SNES era.
Each level is filled with ancient traps, swinging vines, perilous cliffs, and wild jungle creatures to overcome. The game’s fluid animations, detailed sprite work, and dynamic environments showcase the Super Nintendo’s visual capabilities at their peak. Hidden treasures and secret areas reward careful exploration, while the whip, sling, and quick reflexes of Pitfall Harry Jr. make every encounter feel like a cinematic expedition straight out of an adventure movie.
For collectors and retro fans, Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure is an important chapter in Activision’s legacy—reviving one of gaming’s earliest icons for a new generation. It stands proudly alongside SNES platforming greats like Donkey Kong Country and Aladdin, offering a beautiful blend of nostalgic charm and 16-bit polish that makes it a must-have for any serious Super Nintendo collection.
Gameplay Features
- Play as Pitfall Harry Jr. in a quest to rescue his father from Mayan ruins
- Explore lush jungles, ancient temples, and hidden caves across 13 challenging stages
- Use a trusty whip, sling, and quick reflexes to defeat enemies and avoid deadly traps
- Fluid animation and cinematic platforming that bring the Pitfall series into the 16-bit era
- Hidden treasures and secret rooms reward exploration and skilled play
- Includes a fully playable version of the original 1982 Pitfall! as a nostalgic bonus
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure was developed by a team that included several former Disney animators, helping give the game its smooth motion and richly detailed backgrounds. It was widely praised for pushing the limits of SNES graphics and animation fidelity.
The inclusion of the original Pitfall! as a hidden Easter egg made it one of the earliest examples of a retro game being bundled with its modern remake—a concept that has since become common in anniversary re-releases. Today, it remains a standout Super Nintendo platformer admired for its artistry and historical significance.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Platformer
- Year Released: 1994
- Publisher: Activision
- Developer: Redline Games
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 047875540163
- SKU: 7421
- 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.
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
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