Stargate Game Gear box art

Sega Game Gear · Puzzle

Stargate

SystemSega Game Gear
GenrePuzzle
DeveloperProbe Software
PublisherAcclaim
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Probe Software and published by Acclaim, Stargate arrived on the Sega Game Gear as a puzzle game.

Probe Software also made Lemmings, Mortal Kombat and Mortal Kombat II for the Game Gear.

Stargate supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Game Gear hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want story, exploration or action

What playing Stargate is like

Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.

Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.

Stargate gameplay screenshot on Game Gear
In-game screenshot (Game Gear)

Stargate cheats & codes

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

Title screen music modifier00D-14E-F7E

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Stargate walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Stargate.

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Stargate FAQ

Who made Stargate?

It was developed by Probe Software and published by Acclaim.

Is Stargate multiplayer?

Yes. Stargate supports up to 2 players.

How long does Stargate take to play?

As a puzzle game, Stargate typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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