Skylanders SuperChargers

Game Overview

Skylanders SuperChargers continues the toys-to-life adventure series in which physical figurines placed on the Portal of Power become playable characters in the game. This installment introduces a major new element: vehicles. Land, sea, and sky vehicles can be placed on the redesigned Portal alongside Skylanders, allowing players to drive, sail, or fly through levels while exploring, fighting, and racing.

The story centers on Kaos unleashing his most powerful weapon yet—the Doomstation of Ultimate Doomstruction—threatening all of Skylands. A new elite team of heroes known as the SuperChargers is assembled to stop him. These SuperCharger characters gain special abilities and can “SuperCharge” their signature vehicles for enhanced performance and unique mods when paired correctly. Any compatible Skylander from previous games can pilot the vehicles, though only SuperChargers unlock the full upgrade potential.

Gameplay mixes classic third-person action-platforming with vehicle sections that involve combat, puzzle-solving, and exploration across three environments. A dedicated racing mode lets players compete in land, sea, and air races. Vehicles can be customized with modifications and upgradeable weapons using in-game currency. The Wii U version features exclusive Nintendo characters Turbo Charge Donkey Kong (with the Barrel Blaster land vehicle) and Hammer Slam Bowser (with the Clown Cruiser air vehicle). These figures also work as amiibo in compatible Nintendo games via a switch on the base. The game supports off-TV play on the Wii U GamePad and includes local two-player co-op as well as online multiplayer options, particularly in racing.

Quick Specifications

• Platform: Wii U (physical and digital)

• Developer: Vicarious Visions (with support from Beenox)

• Publisher: Activision

• Release Date: North America – September 20, 2015; Europe – September 25, 2015; Australia – September 24, 2015

• Genre: Action-adventure, Platformer, Racing, Toys-to-Life

• Players: 1–2 local co-op / competitive; online multiplayer (up to 4 in racing modes)

• Age Rating: ESRB E10+ (Cartoon Violence, Comic Mischief); PEGI 7

• Key Requirement: Compatible Skylanders Portal of Power (Swap Force or later recommended for full compatibility)

• Notable Exclusives: Turbo Charge Donkey Kong and Hammer Slam Bowser (Nintendo platforms only; also function as amiibo)

Key Features

• First introduction of vehicles (land, sea, and sky) that place on the Portal of Power

• 20 new SuperCharger Skylanders and 20 new vehicles, plus full support for 300+ previous Skylanders figures

• SuperCharged combinations: pairing a SuperCharger with its signature vehicle unlocks exclusive upgrades and performance boosts

• Vehicle customization with modifications and upgradeable weapons

• Story campaign mixing on-foot platforming/combat with vehicle exploration and combat

• Dedicated racing modes across land, sea, and air

• Local two-player co-op and online multiplayer

• Nintendo exclusives: Turbo Charge Donkey Kong and Hammer Slam Bowser (also usable as amiibo)

• Full off-TV play support via the Wii U GamePad

• Redesigned Portal of Power with larger surface to accommodate vehicles

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Do I need new figures to play Skylanders SuperChargers?

A Starter Pack includes the necessary Portal, at least one SuperCharger figure, and one vehicle. The game supports all previous Skylanders figures, so existing collections can be used. Additional vehicles and SuperChargers expand content and unlock full SuperCharged abilities but are not required to complete the main story.

What is special about the Wii U version?

The Wii U version includes exclusive Nintendo guest characters Turbo Charge Donkey Kong and Hammer Slam Bowser, complete with their signature vehicles. These figures also function as amiibo in other compatible Nintendo games. The game fully supports off-TV play on the GamePad.

How do the vehicles work?

Physical vehicle toys are placed on the Portal of Power just like Skylander figures. They allow players to drive, sail, or fly in designated sections of levels and in racing modes. Any Skylander can pilot a vehicle, but pairing a SuperCharger with its matching vehicle activates a SuperCharged mode with extra power and unique mods.

Is there multiplayer?

Yes. The game supports local two-player cooperative play for the story campaign and competitive modes. Online multiplayer is available, particularly for racing, supporting up to four players.

What is the difference between the Wii U and Wii versions?

The Wii U version is the full game with the complete story campaign, platforming, vehicle exploration, and racing. The Wii (and 3DS) received a separate title called Skylanders SuperChargers Racing that focuses primarily on the racing modes.

Can I play without buying extra toys?

Yes. The Starter Pack provides enough figures and a vehicle to experience and complete the core campaign. Additional purchases unlock more characters, vehicles, customization options, and SuperCharged combinations for greater variety and power.