Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Classic Co-op
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action
Battletoads
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | Tradewest |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Battletoads |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, Battletoads is a platformer developed by Rareware and published by Tradewest. It blends platformer and action elements.
Among the 160 Genesis platformers in our database, it ranks #23 by legacy score.
It is part of the Battletoads series. The series also appears on other systems with Battletoads (NES) and Battletoads in Battlemaniacs (SNES). Rareware also made F-117 Night Storm, Battletoads & Double Dragon and Snake Rattle 'n' Roll for the Genesis.
Battletoads supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Battletoads 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.
Battletoads cheats & codes
53 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health P1 | FFE007:16 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives P1 | FFE046:09 |
| Infinite Health P2 | FFE087:16 |
| Infinite Lives P2 | FFE0C6:09 |
| Level Modifier | FFFE41:XX |
Battletoads walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Battletoads.
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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.
Battletoads FAQ
Who made Battletoads?
It was developed by Rareware and published by Tradewest.
Is Battletoads multiplayer?
Yes. Battletoads supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Battletoads take to play?
As a platformer, Battletoads 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 Battletoads 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.