Strider II Deep cut
Sega Game Gear · Platformer
Journey from Darkness: Strider Returns
| System | Sega Game Gear |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Tiertex |
| Publisher | U.S. Gold |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Strider |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Journey from Darkness: Strider Returns is a platformer released for the Sega Game Gear, developed by Tiertex and published by U.S. Gold.
It is part of the Strider series. The series also appears on other systems with Strider (Genesis) and Strider (PS1). Tiertex also made FIFA International Soccer, Paperboy and Star Wars for the Game Gear.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 Journey from Darkness: Strider Returns 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.
Journey from Darkness: Strider Returns cheats & codes
47 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 00E-4AA-19E |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 3AB-A2F-2A2 |
| Start With 2 Lives | 015-F8F-F7E |
| Start With 4 Lives | 035-F8F-F7E |
| Start With 8 Lives | 075-F8F-F7E |
| Start With 10 Lives | 095-F8F-F7E |
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Journey from Darkness: Strider Returns FAQ
Who made Journey from Darkness: Strider Returns?
It was developed by Tiertex and published by U.S. Gold.
Is Journey from Darkness: Strider Returns multiplayer?
No. Journey from Darkness: Strider Returns is a single-player game.
How long does Journey from Darkness: Strider Returns take to play?
As a platformer, Journey from Darkness: Strider Returns 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.
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