Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV - Turtles in Time (USA)

What is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV - Turtles in Time (USA)?

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV - Turtles in Time (USA) is a legendary SNES beat 'em up game that takes you on a wild ride through time with everyone's favorite heroes in a half shell. When the sinister Shredder steals the Statue of Liberty and hurls the Turtles through time, you'll battle foot soldiers and iconic villains across different eras - from the prehistoric age to the far future. This action-packed adventure builds on the successful arcade version with enhanced graphics, new levels, and exclusive gameplay features that made it a quintessential SNES classic.

Game Features

• Choose Your Turtle: Play as Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, or Raphael - each with their unique signature weapons and fighting styles • Time-Traveling Adventure: Battle through multiple eras including the Stone Age, pirate ships, the wild west, and a futuristic neon-lit New York • Cooperative Mayhem: Team up with a friend in two-player simultaneous action to clean up the streets together • Enhanced SNES Experience: Enjoy improved graphics, new boss fights, and exclusive levels not found in the arcade version • Dynamic Combat: Throw enemies toward the screen, perform special moves, and utilize throwing attacks for maximum impact • Iconic Villains: Face off against classic TMNT foes like Bebop, Rocksteady, Krang, and of course, the Shredder himself • Memorable Soundtrack: Jam to catchy, upbeat music that perfectly captures the energetic TMNT spirit

How to Play Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV - Turtles in Time (USA)?

Shred your way through Shredder's minions and other iconic TMNT villains as any of the four turtles in this classic beat 'em up.

1. Select Your Character: Choose between Leonardo (katanas), Michelangelo (nunchaku), Donatello (bo staff), or Raphael (sai) at the start screen
2. Movement: Use arrow keys to walk left and right, and navigate through the levels
3. Basic Attacks: Press the Z key for standard attacks and combos to take down foot soldiers
4. Jumping: Press the X key to jump - combine with attack buttons for jump kicks
5. Special Throws: Grab enemies by walking into them, then use attack buttons to throw them or press up+attack to throw them toward the screen
6. Health Management: Collect pizzas scattered throughout levels to restore your health when damaged
7. Cooperative Play: Coordinate with a second player to combo enemies and watch each other's backs
8. Boss Strategies: Learn each boss's attack patterns and exploit their weaknesses to progress through time periods

Frequently Asked Questions

Which turtle is the best character to play as? Each turtle has strengths - Leonardo is balanced, Michelangelo is fast, Donatello has long reach, and Raphael hits hard. The best choice depends on your playstyle, though Donatello's range often gives beginners an advantage.

How do I perform special moves in the game? While regular attacks work fine, you can throw enemies toward the screen by pressing up+attack when grabbing them. Some characters also have sliding attacks performed by running and attacking simultaneously.

What's the difference between this SNES version and the arcade original? The SNES version features enhanced graphics, additional levels including the Technodrome, new boss fights, and different gameplay mechanics like being able to throw enemies directly at the screen for bonus points.