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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Racing
Bonkers
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Action, Racing |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by SEGA, Bonkers arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as an action game. It blends action and racing 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.
SEGA also made Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Tetris for the Genesis.
Bonkers is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Bonkers is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Bonkers cheats & codes
31 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Level Highlighter | FF8D95:XX |
|---|---|
| Infinite Bomb Time | FF892B:80 |
| No Rats Remaining In Museum & No Cars In Ma Tow Truck Stage | FF898B:00 |
| Infinite Hearts | FF8B35:87 |
| Infinite Lives | FF8B95:09 |
| Infinite Pink Balls (In Ma Tow Truck Stage) | FF8736:63 |
Bonkers walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Bonkers.
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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.
Bonkers FAQ
When did Bonkers come out on the Genesis?
Bonkers was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made Bonkers?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Bonkers multiplayer?
No. Bonkers is a single-player game.
How long does Bonkers take to play?
As an action game, Bonkers 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 Bonkers 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.