Biker Mice from Mars [Model SNS-ABME-USA]

32 Years old Nintendo Super NES NTSC cart. Konami, Inc. [USA]

Biker Mice from Mars © 1994 Konami, Inc.

Biker Mice from Mars is a futuristic combat-racing game based on the cult-classic animated series. Developed by Pacific Softscape, it features the trio of Throttle, Modo, and Vinnie as they race across various environments, utilizing an arsenal of weapons and power-ups to eliminate opponents.

Description from the Back cover:
The fish-faced Plutarkians have devastated Mars--the home planet of Throttle, Vinnie and Modo. These three rebel rodents escaped the mayhems and landed in Chicago, only to find that Limburger, the Plutarkian Leader, set Earth as his next target!

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TECHNICAL

GAME ID: SNS-ABME-USA

TRIVIA

Released in December 1994 in the USA.

Mode 7 Mastery:
The game is widely praised for its exceptional use of the SNES Mode 7 graphics. The sense of speed and track fluidity remains one of the best examples of racing tech on the console, often compared favorably to Super Mario Kart and F-Zero in terms of technical performance.

Combat Focus:
Unlike typical kart racers of the era, the combat here is quite robust. Each character has a unique vehicle and specific special ability that can turn the tide of a race. Managing your fuel levels and ammunition—while navigating hazardous track layouts—is key to securing a win.

The "Konami" Polish:
As a Konami-published title, it benefits from high-quality sound design and a catchy, high-tempo soundtrack that perfectly matches the high-octane, action-heavy nature of the TV show.

TIPS AND TRICKS

Extra Difficulty Setting:
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At the title screen, use Controller 2 and press Up, X, Left, Y, Down, B, Right, A, Up, X.

Passwords:
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Start game with max upgrades with Grease Pit.
Diamond, X, Diamond, Triangle, Circle, blank, Square, Diamond, Square, Square, Square, V, blank, Triangle, Square, Circle

Start game with max upgrades with Karbunkle.
Diamond, V, Circle, Triangle, Lightning Bolt, blank, Square, Square, Square, Square, Square, V, Triange, Lightning Bolt, X, Circle

Start game with max upgrades with Throttle.
Circle, Square, Circle, Lightning Bolt, X, blank, blank, Diamond, Square, blank, Square, Diamond, Triangle, Triangle, Square, Diamond

Start game with max upgrades with Vinnie.
Circle, Diamond, Diamond, Triangle, V, blank, Square, V, Square, blank, Square, Diamond, Triangle, Triangle, Square, Diamond

Extra boost of speed:
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While running in any type of race, you can rapidly press the B button to gain a boost of energy that is similar to a nitro.

SOURCES

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ROM dump (MAME).