Medal of Honor Classic
Sega Dreamcast · Shooter
Headhunter
Certified classic
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Amuze |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Headhunter |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 9 |
Developed by Amuze and published by Sega, Headhunter arrived on the Sega Dreamcast in 2001 as a shooter.
It landed about 2 years into the Dreamcast's life. Other notable Dreamcast releases from 2001 include Sonic Adventure 2, Shenmue II and Crazy Taxi 2. Among the 24 Dreamcast shooters in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
It is part of the Headhunter series.
Headhunter is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the Dreamcast's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Headhunter is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Headhunter walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Headhunter.
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Playing Dreamcast games today
Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.
Headhunter FAQ
When did Headhunter come out on the Dreamcast?
Headhunter was released for the Sega Dreamcast in 2001.
Who made Headhunter?
It was developed by Amuze and published by Sega.
Is Headhunter multiplayer?
No. Headhunter is a single-player game.
How long does Headhunter take to play?
As a shooter, Headhunter typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Headhunter on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.