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Sega Game Gear · Platformer
Ristar
Deep cut
| System | Sega Game Gear |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Ristar is a platformer released in 1995 for the Sega Game Gear, developed by SEGA.
It landed about 4 years into the Game Gear's life. Other notable Game Gear releases from 1995 include Tails Adventure, Sonic Drift 2 and Sonic Labyrinth.
SEGA also made Sonic Drift, Sonic Drift 2 and Crystal Warriors 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 Ristar 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.
Ristar walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Ristar.
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Ristar FAQ
When did Ristar come out on the Game Gear?
Ristar was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1995.
Who made Ristar?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Ristar multiplayer?
No. Ristar is a single-player game.
How long does Ristar take to play?
As a platformer, Ristar 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.
Read more about Ristar 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.