Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer

Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1993
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperVirgin
PublisherCore Design
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesChuck Rock
LegacyDeep cut

Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck is a platformer released in 1993 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Virgin and published by Core Design.

It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball.

It is part of the Chuck Rock series; on the Genesis you can also try Chuck Rock. The series also appears on other systems with BC Racers (32X) and Chuck Rock (SNES). Virgin also made Disney's Aladdin, Cool Spot and RoboCop Versus The Terminator 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 Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck 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.

Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck cheats & codes

16 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Infinite EnergyPZYA-FE1C
Infinite LivesP0VA-FE12
InvincibilityM4LT-ER9J
Infinite LifeFF0A85:0008
Infinite LivesFF0A95:0003
Start With 99 LivesXEVT-EAA2

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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.

Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck FAQ

When did Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck come out on the Genesis?

Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.

Who made Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck?

It was developed by Virgin and published by Core Design.

Is Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck multiplayer?

No. Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck is a single-player game.

How long does Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck take to play?

As a platformer, Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck 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.

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