Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shoot 'em Up
Darius
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 2019 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Darius is a shoot 'em up released in 2019 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Taito.
It landed about 30 years into the Genesis's life.
Taito also made The Flintstones, Darius II and Growl for the Genesis.
Darius 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 Darius 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.
If you like Darius, the Matrix also picks…
USAAF Mustang Deep cut
Space Invaders Classic
Sunset Riders Classic Co-op
Contra: Hard Corps Classic
Cannon Fodder Classic
Thunder Force III Classic
Zombies Ate My Neighbors Classic Co-op
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.
Darius FAQ
When did Darius come out on the Genesis?
Darius was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 2019.
Who made Darius?
It was developed by Taito.
Is Darius multiplayer?
No. Darius is a single-player game.
How long does Darius take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Darius 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.
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