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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Shooter
Alien Soldier
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | Treasure |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E10+ |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Developed by Treasure and published by SEGA, Alien Soldier arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995 as an action game. It blends action and shooter elements.
It landed about 6 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1995 include Mortal Kombat 3, Comix Zone and Ristar. Among the 111 Genesis action games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
Treasure also made Gunstar Heroes, Dynamite Headdy and Light Crusader for the Genesis.
Alien Soldier is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Alien Soldier is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Alien Soldier cheats & codes
67 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | FFA271:33 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Energy | FFA216:0BB8 |
| Infinite Force 1st Slot | FFA261:FF |
| Infinite Force 2nd Slot | FFA263:FF |
| Infinite Force 3rd Slot | FFA265:FF |
| Infinite Force 4th Slot | FFA267:FF |
Alien Soldier walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Alien Soldier.
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Alien Soldier FAQ
When did Alien Soldier come out on the Genesis?
Alien Soldier was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.
Who made Alien Soldier?
It was developed by Treasure and published by SEGA.
Is Alien Soldier multiplayer?
No. Alien Soldier is a single-player game.
How long does Alien Soldier take to play?
As an action game, Alien Soldier 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 Alien Soldier 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.