Cosmic Spacehead Game Gear box art

Sega Game Gear · Adventure / Platformer

Cosmic Spacehead

SystemSega Game Gear
Released1993
GenreAdventure, Platformer
DeveloperSupersonic Software
PublisherCodemasters
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Supersonic Software and published by Codemasters, Cosmic Spacehead arrived on the Sega Game Gear in 1993 as an adventure game. It blends adventure and platformer elements.

It landed about 2 years into the Game Gear's life. Other notable Game Gear releases from 1993 include Sonic Chaos, Tom & Jerry: The Movie and Power Strike II.

Supersonic Software also made Micro Machines 2: Turbo Tournament for the Game Gear.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the Game Gear hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Cosmic Spacehead is like

Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.

Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.

Cosmic Spacehead gameplay screenshot on Game Gear
In-game screenshot (Game Gear)

Cosmic Spacehead cheats & codes

5 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Infinite Lives00C2-3E09
Access Level Select00C2-7D72
Infinite Lives007-CC6-3BE
Access Level Select725-A1E-A23
Default To Highlighting Level Select On Main Menu725-3DE-A23

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Cosmic Spacehead walkthroughs & guides

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Cosmic Spacehead FAQ

When did Cosmic Spacehead come out on the Game Gear?

Cosmic Spacehead was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1993.

Who made Cosmic Spacehead?

It was developed by Supersonic Software and published by Codemasters.

Is Cosmic Spacehead multiplayer?

No. Cosmic Spacehead is a single-player game.

How long does Cosmic Spacehead take to play?

As an adventure game, Cosmic Spacehead typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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