Sonic the Hedgehog Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer
B.O.B.
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Gray Matter |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, B.O.B. is a platformer developed by Gray Matter and published by Electronic Arts.
Gray Matter also made NHL All-Star Hockey '95, Technocop and Wayne's World for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing B.O.B. 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.
B.O.B. cheats & codes
52 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | FFCC07:20 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | FFCB73:63 |
| Infinite Gun | FFCB47:63 |
| Infinite Spreadshot | FFCB45:63 |
| Infinite Flame Thrower | FFCB43:63 |
| Infinite Missiles | FFCB41:63 |
B.O.B. 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.
B.O.B. FAQ
Who made B.O.B.?
It was developed by Gray Matter and published by Electronic Arts.
Is B.O.B. multiplayer?
No. B.O.B. is a single-player game.
How long does B.O.B. take to play?
As a platformer, B.O.B. 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 B.O.B. 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.