Sonic the Hedgehog Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action
Animaniacs
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Animaniacs |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Developed by Konami, Animaniacs arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as a platformer. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer.
It is part of the Animaniacs series. The series also appears on other systems with Animaniacs (SNES) and Animaniacs: Lights, Camera, Action! (GBA). Konami also made Sunset Riders, Contra: Hard Corps and Castlevania: Bloodlines for the Genesis.
Animaniacs is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Animaniacs 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.
Animaniacs cheats & codes
30 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FFFB71:0A |
|---|---|
| Infinite Energy | FFFB17:3F |
| Dot Constantly Floats Up | FFC114:FFFF |
| Infinite Time | FFFB0F:3D |
Animaniacs walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Animaniacs.
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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.
Animaniacs FAQ
When did Animaniacs come out on the Genesis?
Animaniacs was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made Animaniacs?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Animaniacs multiplayer?
No. Animaniacs is a single-player game.
How long does Animaniacs take to play?
As a platformer, Animaniacs 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 Animaniacs 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.