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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shooter / Action
Atomic Robo-Kid
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| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Shooter, Action |
| Developer | UPL |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by UPL and published by SEGA, Atomic Robo-Kid arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990 as a shooter. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988. It blends shooter and action elements.
It came out in the Genesis's second year on the market. Other notable Genesis releases from 1990 include Populous, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker and Super Monaco GP. Among the 24 Genesis shooters in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
UPL also made Task Force Harrier EX for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Atomic Robo-Kid is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Atomic Robo-Kid cheats & codes
21 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FF803B:09 |
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Atomic Robo-Kid walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Atomic Robo-Kid.
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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.
Atomic Robo-Kid FAQ
When did Atomic Robo-Kid come out on the Genesis?
Atomic Robo-Kid was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Atomic Robo-Kid?
It was developed by UPL and published by SEGA.
Is Atomic Robo-Kid multiplayer?
No. Atomic Robo-Kid is a single-player game.
How long does Atomic Robo-Kid take to play?
As a shooter, Atomic Robo-Kid 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 Atomic Robo-Kid 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.