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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shoot 'em Up
Curse
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Micronet |
| Publisher | Micronet |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Curse is a shoot 'em up released in 1989 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Micronet.
It belongs to the Genesis's earliest wave of games. Other notable Genesis releases from 1989 include Tetris, Golden Axe and Phantasy Star II.
Micronet also made Warrior of Rome, Warrior of Rome II and Cue Brick for the Genesis.
Curse 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Curse is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Curse cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Invincibility | CK2T-AA9W |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | AVZT-AA9G |
| Infinite Shield | RF4A-A614 |
Curse walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Curse.
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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.
Curse FAQ
When did Curse come out on the Genesis?
Curse was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1989.
Who made Curse?
It was developed by Micronet.
Is Curse multiplayer?
No. Curse is a single-player game.
How long does Curse take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Curse typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Curse 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.