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Game Boy · Action / Simulation
Beyond the Nexus
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| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Action, Simulation |
| Developer | Imagineer |
| Publisher | Absolute Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Star Trek |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Beyond the Nexus is an action game released in 1994 for the Game Boy, developed by Imagineer and published by Absolute Entertainment. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Star Trek Generations: Beyond the Nexus. It blends action and simulation elements.
It landed about 5 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1994 include Donkey Kong, Mega Man V and Space Invaders.
It is part of the Star Trek series; on the Game Boy you can also try Star Trek: The Next Generation and Star Trek: 25th Anniversary. The series also appears on other systems with Star Trek: The Next Generation (NES) and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Crossroads of Time (SNES). Imagineer also made Bart Simpson's Escape from Camp Deadly, The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Juggernauts and Swamp Thing for the Game Boy.
Beyond the Nexus 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've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Beyond the Nexus is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Beyond the Nexus cheats & codes
19 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With Very Little Phasers & Shields | 013-F78-7FB |
|---|---|
| Start With 1/4 Phasers & Shields | 223-F78-7FB |
| Start With 1/2 Phasers & Shields | 3F3-F78-7FB |
| Start With 3/4 Phasers & Shields | 4F3-F78-7FB |
| Almost Infinite Phasers & Shields | 182-56D-2AA |
| Infinite Attempts In Sub-Game | 013-D48-805 |
Beyond the Nexus walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Beyond the Nexus.
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Beyond the Nexus FAQ
When did Beyond the Nexus come out on the Game Boy?
Beyond the Nexus was released for the Game Boy in 1994.
Who made Beyond the Nexus?
It was developed by Imagineer and published by Absolute Entertainment.
Is Beyond the Nexus multiplayer?
No. Beyond the Nexus is a single-player game.
How long does Beyond the Nexus take to play?
As an action game, Beyond the Nexus 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 Beyond the Nexus 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.