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X-Men (alt) hits different when it boots instantly in your browser. Released in 1992 on the Arcade, this retro classic from LJN (Super NES, Game Boy), Flying Edge is ready the second you press start — no downloads, no setup.
The game features Marvel Comics characters Spider-Man and the X-Men as they battle their captor, the villainous Arcade, to escape his death trap, Murderworld. Spider-Man and the X-Men in Arcade's Revenge is a video game released for the Super NES in 1992 by LJN.
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| Action | Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|---|
| D-Pad Up | ↑ | D-Pad up |
| D-Pad Down | ↓ | D-Pad down |
| D-Pad Left | ← | D-Pad left |
| D-Pad Right | → | D-Pad right |
| B (bottom) | X | Bottom face |
| A (right) | Z | Right face |
| Y (left) | S | Left face |
| X (top) | A | Top face |
| L | Q | Left shoulder |
| R | E | Right shoulder |
| Start | Enter | Start |
| Insert Coin | V | Select |
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| Action | Keyboard | Arcade input |
|---|---|---|
| Move | · · · · | Joystick (8-way) |
| Attack | · | Button 1 |
| Jump | · | Button 2 |
| Mutant Power | · | Button 3 |
| Start | · | Start |
| Insert Coin | · | Select |
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The Story Behind X-Men (alt)
Spider-Man and the X-Men in Arcade's Revenge was released in 1992 for multiple platforms, including the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) and the Sega Genesis. The development of the game was influenced by the popularity of the X-Men animated series, which was airing at the time, and LJN's desire to capitalize on the success of previous Spider-Man and X-Men games. All four versions of the game were re-released as part of the compilation Marvel MaXimum Collection in 2026.
Spider-Man and the X-Men in Arcade's Revenge is a video game released for the Super NES in 1992 by LJN. It was released for the Genesis and Game Gear (under the Flying Edge brand) as well as the Game Boy. The game features Marvel Comics characters Spider-Man and the X-Men as they battle their captor, the villainous Arcade, to escape his death trap, Murderworld.
How X-Men (alt) Plays
He tracks Arcade down to an abandoned building, which is the location of the first stage; the player portrays Spider-Man de-activating "Security Eyes" in a set order (as indicated by the Spider-Sense) to enter. It was released for the Genesis and Game Gear (under the Flying Edge brand) as well as the Game Boy. While swinging his web throughout the city, Spider-Man notices the disappearances of X-Men Cyclops, Storm, and Wolverine; he then notices a tube from a garbage truck sucking up Gambit, and after figuring out it's Arcade, swings his web to the truck.
Spider-Man and the X-Men in Arcade's Revenge is a video game released for the Super NES in 1992 by LJN. All the heroes have the same lives, meaning if one hero loses a life, the others do as well. The game features Marvel Comics characters Spider-Man and the X-Men as they battle their captor, the villainous Arcade, to escape his death trap, Murderworld.
Why Players Still Load It Up
Super Gamer reviewed the SNES version and gave an overall score of 75% stating: "A whole host of superheroes make this attractive for any comics fan. Brett Alan Weiss of AllGame criticized the Game Gear version for "awkward" controls, particularly of Spider-Man and its weak portrayals of the superheroes. The game features Marvel Comics characters Spider-Man and the X-Men as they battle their captor, the villainous Arcade, to escape his death trap, Murderworld.
Gameplay is varied and tough, graphics impressive and sound brilliant". Electronic Gaming Monthly gave the Game Gear version a 6 out of 10, praising the ability to play as multiple different characters but criticizing the difficulty as overly high. It was released for the Genesis and Game Gear (under the Flying Edge brand) as well as the Game Boy.
X-Men (alt) — Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play X-Men (alt) online for free?
Yes — X-Men (alt) runs directly in your browser on this page. There is nothing to download or install; the game boots in the player above.
Do I need a controller to play X-Men (alt)?
A gamepad is optional. The keyboard mapping shown on this page works immediately, and plugging in a USB or Bluetooth controller switches the player over on its own.
Who developed X-Men (alt)?
X-Men (alt) was developed by Software Creations, Unexpected Development and published by LJN (Super NES, Game Boy), Flying Edge.
Where can I buy the original X-Men (alt)?
Scroll to "Other Places You Can Get This Game" beneath the write-up — it lists trusted stores selling official copies.