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Sega Game Gear · Strategy
Man Overboard!
| System | Sega Game Gear |
|---|---|
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | The Big Red Software Company |
| Publisher | Codemasters |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Sega Game Gear, Man Overboard! is a strategy game developed by The Big Red Software Company and published by Codemasters.
The Big Red Software Company also made CJ Elephant Fugitive, Archer Maclean's Dropzone and Pete Sampras Tennis for the Game Gear.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- 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 quick action without planning ahead
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Man Overboard! is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
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Playing Game Gear games today
Game Gear games are compact, colorful and closely related to the Master System library, so they are quick to dive into.
Man Overboard! FAQ
Who made Man Overboard!?
It was developed by The Big Red Software Company and published by Codemasters.
Is Man Overboard! multiplayer?
No. Man Overboard! is a single-player game.
How long does Man Overboard! take to play?
As a strategy game, Man Overboard! 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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