Sega Game Gear · Platformer
Asterix and the Great Rescue
Deep cut
| System | Sega Game Gear |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Core Design |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | ASTERIX |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Sega Game Gear in 1994, Asterix and the Great Rescue is a platformer developed by Core Design and published by SEGA.
It landed about 3 years into the Game Gear's life. Other notable Game Gear releases from 1994 include Sonic Drift, Sonic the Hedgehog: Triple Trouble and Shining Force: The Sword of Hajya. Among the 87 Game Gear platformers in our database, it ranks #22 by legacy score.
It is part of the ASTERIX series; on the Game Gear you can also try Astérix and the Secret Mission. The series also appears on other systems with Asterix (NES) and Asterix (SNES). Core Design also made Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck, Chuck Rock and Wolfchild for the Game Gear.
Asterix and the Great Rescue is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Game Gear hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Asterix and the Great Rescue is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Asterix and the Great Rescue cheats & codes
13 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 00C1-9709 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health | 00C1-9605 |
| Invincible | 00C1-9E01 |
| Mega Power | 00C1-B102 |
| Infinite Continues | 00C1-9509 |
Asterix and the Great Rescue walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Asterix and the Great Rescue.
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Asterix and the Great Rescue FAQ
When did Asterix and the Great Rescue come out on the Game Gear?
Asterix and the Great Rescue was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1994.
Who made Asterix and the Great Rescue?
It was developed by Core Design and published by SEGA.
Is Asterix and the Great Rescue multiplayer?
No. Asterix and the Great Rescue is a single-player game.
How long does Asterix and the Great Rescue take to play?
As a platformer, Asterix and the Great Rescue 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 Asterix and the Great Rescue 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.