Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action
Asterix and the Power of the Gods
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Core Design |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | ASTERIX |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Asterix and the Power of the Gods is a platformer released in 1995 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Core Design and published by SEGA. It blends platformer and action 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.
It is part of the ASTERIX series; on the Genesis you can also try Asterix and the Great Rescue. The series also appears on other systems with Asterix (NES) and Asterix (SNES). Core Design also made Bubba 'n' Stix and Wolfchild for the Genesis.
Asterix and the Power of the Gods 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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Asterix and the Power of the Gods 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.
Asterix and the Power of the Gods cheats & codes
23 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health (Asterix) | FFB029:08 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives (Asterix) | FFB02B:09 |
| Character Modifier | FFB027:XX |
| Position On Map Modifier? | FFB064 |
| Collisions Modifier? | FFB06C:XX |
Asterix and the Power of the Gods walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Asterix and the Power of the Gods FAQ
When did Asterix and the Power of the Gods come out on the Genesis?
Asterix and the Power of the Gods was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.
Who made Asterix and the Power of the Gods?
It was developed by Core Design and published by SEGA.
Is Asterix and the Power of the Gods multiplayer?
No. Asterix and the Power of the Gods is a single-player game.
How long does Asterix and the Power of the Gods take to play?
As a platformer, Asterix and the Power of the Gods 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 Asterix and the Power of the Gods 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.