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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Adventure / Platformer
Cosmic Spacehead
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Adventure, Platformer |
| Developer | Codemasters |
| Publisher | Codemasters |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993, Cosmic Spacehead is an adventure game developed by Codemasters. It blends adventure and platformer elements.
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.
Codemasters also made Micro Machines 2: Turbo Tournament, Psycho Pinball and Pete Sampras Tennis for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Cosmic Spacehead is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Cosmic Spacehead cheats & codes
37 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FFB1D9:09 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Candies | FFB1B9:09 |
Cosmic Spacehead walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Cosmic Spacehead.
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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.
Cosmic Spacehead FAQ
When did Cosmic Spacehead come out on the Genesis?
Cosmic Spacehead was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Cosmic Spacehead?
It was developed by Codemasters.
Is Cosmic Spacehead multiplayer?
No. Cosmic Spacehead is a single-player game.
How long does Cosmic Spacehead take to play?
As an adventure game, Cosmic Spacehead typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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