Master of Darkness Game Gear box art

Sega Game Gear · Platformer

Master of Darkness

SystemSega Game Gear
Released1993
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperSims
PublisherSEGA
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Sims and published by SEGA, Master of Darkness arrived on the Sega Game Gear in 1993 as a platformer.

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.

Sims also made Tom & Jerry: The Movie, Disney's Aladdin and Alien Syndrome for the Game Gear.

Master of Darkness 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 Master of Darkness 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.

Master of Darkness gameplay screenshot on Game Gear
In-game screenshot (Game Gear)

Master of Darkness cheats & codes

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

Infinite Energy00CA-3A20
Infinite Lives00DF-BA03
Infinite Time00DF-C309
Invulnerability00CA-3C36
Powerups Don't Disappear00CC-9C80
Boot Into The Ending00DF-EC09

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Master of Darkness FAQ

When did Master of Darkness come out on the Game Gear?

Master of Darkness was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1993.

Who made Master of Darkness?

It was developed by Sims and published by SEGA.

Is Master of Darkness multiplayer?

No. Master of Darkness is a single-player game.

How long does Master of Darkness take to play?

As a platformer, Master of Darkness 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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