Software

MANIC MINER

Nintendo Switch

The legendary platforming classic is back! Jump, collect, survive - Rediscover one of the greatest and most challenging video game classics of all time!

Experience a milestone in video game history in a completely reimagined version! Authorized by original developer Matthew Smith, this reboot of the 1983 classic combines the distinctive and challenging gameplay of MANIC MINER with modern graphics, improved controls, newly arranged music, and extensive historical bonus content. Step back into the role of miner Willy and take on 20 legendary levels filled with deadly creatures, clever jumps, and tricky obstacles. Collect all the items before your oxygen runs out and master one of the most challenging platformers of all time. Climb the global MANIC MINER online leaderboard and become number one in one of the toughest classics in gaming history! This re-release offers two modes: Enjoy the original pixel art look, or discover all the levels in atmospheric HD graphics with elaborate parallax scrolling, dynamic lighting effects, and lovingly designed backgrounds. Thanks to modernized controls, MANIC MINER plays more precisely and smoothly than ever before, without losing any of the original’s high standards. The classic has also been reimagined musically: The works by Johann Strauss and Edvard Grieg, which were already featured in the original, have been rearranged to give the adventure a contemporary sound. In addition, the collection includes a comprehensive interactive history that documents the exciting story behind the creation of MANIC MINER from the early 1980s to the present day. Features • Faithful, pixel-perfect recreation of the classic • All 20 original levels included in full • Choice between classic pixel graphics and a modern reinterpretation • Beautiful new backgrounds with parallax scrolling and atmospheric effects • Completely revamped controls for modern platforms • Global online leaderboard • Re-arranged soundtrack featuring classic works by Johann Strauss and Edvard Grieg • Extensive interactive history of the creation of Manic Miner • Authorized by original developer Matthew Smith Jump, collect, survive - will you rise to the challenge?

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Required Space (Estimated)

Nintendo Switch 2
410MB
Nintendo Switch
410MB
Supported Play Modes
Number of Players
1
Save Data Cloud
Supported
Supported Platforms
Nintendo Switch
Publisher
BBG Entertainment
Supported Languages
  • English,
  • Spanish,
  • French,
  • German,
  • Italian
Age Rating
G
General

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Manic Miner® is a registered trademark of BBG Entertainment GmbH in the US, the European Union and other countries. Copyright © 2025 – 2026 BBG Entertainment GmbH – All rights reserved. The original Manic Miner® and Miner Willy Copyright © 1983 – 2026 Matthew Smith – All rights reserved. This version of Manic Miner® is officially endorsed by Matthew Smith.
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