Simulation · 1999
Pokémon Snap
The Professor has asked you to capture the Wild Pokémon of Pokémon island...on film! Tour the island in your ZERO-ONE vehicle and snap pictures of Pokémon in their natural habitat. Wild Pokémon are often camera-shy, so you'll have to use special items to bring them out in the open. Only the best shots will do for the…
Key facts
- Released
- 21 March 1999
- Genre
- Simulation
- Length
- ≈ 2 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- Nintendo
- Studio
- HAL Laboratory
- Publisher
- Nintendo
- Critics
- Metacritic 77
Why play it
- A 1999 classic that aged well
- "Creative" vibe
- Just right for a weekend
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Pokémon Snap?
Expect about 2 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Pokémon Snap with friends?
No, Pokémon Snap is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Pokémon Snap on?
Pokémon Snap is available on Nintendo.
Is Pokémon Snap a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 77.
What games are like Pokémon Snap?
In the same spirit: Pokémon Stadium 2, Dwarf Fortress and Stardew Valley.



