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Sega Game Gear · Simulation

Star Trek: The Next Generation

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SystemSega Game Gear
GenreSimulation
DeveloperImagineer
PublisherAbsolute Entertainment
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesStar Trek
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Star Trek: The Next Generation is a simulation game released for the Sega Game Gear, developed by Imagineer and published by Absolute Entertainment. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Star Trek: The Next Generation: The Advanced Holodeck Tutorial.

It is part of the Star Trek series; on the Game Gear you can also try Star Trek Generations: Beyond the Nexus. The series also appears on other systems with Star Trek: The Next Generation (NES) and Beyond the Nexus (Game Boy).

Star Trek: The Next Generation is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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 clear goals and a defined ending
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Star Trek: The Next Generation is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

Star Trek: The Next Generation gameplay screenshot on Game Gear
In-game screenshot (Game Gear)

Star Trek: The Next Generation walkthroughs & guides

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Star Trek: The Next Generation FAQ

Who made Star Trek: The Next Generation?

It was developed by Imagineer and published by Absolute Entertainment.

Is Star Trek: The Next Generation multiplayer?

No. Star Trek: The Next Generation is a single-player game.

How long does Star Trek: The Next Generation take to play?

As a simulation game, Star Trek: The Next Generation 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 Star Trek: The Next Generation 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.

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