Sega Game Gear · Adventure / Puzzle
Phantasy Star Adventure
| System | Sega Game Gear |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Adventure, Puzzle, RPG |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Phantasy Star |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Sega Game Gear in 1992, Phantasy Star Adventure is an adventure game developed by SEGA. It blends adventure, puzzle and RPG elements.
It came out in the Game Gear's second year on the market. Other notable Game Gear releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Streets of Rage and Defenders of Oasis. Among the 5 Game Gear adventure games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Phantasy Star series; on the Game Gear you can also try Phantasy Star Gaiden. The series also appears on other systems with Phantasy Star (Master System) and Phantasy Star II (Genesis). SEGA also made Sonic Drift, Sonic Drift 2 and Crystal Warriors for the Game Gear.
Phantasy Star Adventure supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
What playing Phantasy Star Adventure 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.
Phantasy Star Adventure cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite HP (255) | 00C8-E4FF |
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Phantasy Star Adventure walkthroughs & guides
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Phantasy Star Adventure FAQ
When did Phantasy Star Adventure come out on the Game Gear?
Phantasy Star Adventure was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1992.
Who made Phantasy Star Adventure?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Phantasy Star Adventure multiplayer?
Yes. Phantasy Star Adventure supports up to 4 players.
How long does Phantasy Star Adventure take to play?
As an adventure game, Phantasy Star Adventure typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Phantasy Star Adventure 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.