Devilish Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action

Devilish

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SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1992
GenreAction
DeveloperGenki
PublisherGenki
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Devilish is an action game released in 1992 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Genki. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Devilish: The Next Possession.

It landed about 3 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Lemmings and Streets of Rage 2.

Devilish supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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 have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Devilish 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.

Devilish gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Devilish cheats & codes

8 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite BallsFFE70C:04
Infinite Time (Seconds)FFE705:63
Infinite Time (Minutes)FFE704:09

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Devilish walkthroughs & guides

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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.

Devilish FAQ

When did Devilish come out on the Genesis?

Devilish was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992.

Who made Devilish?

It was developed by Genki.

Is Devilish multiplayer?

Yes. Devilish supports up to 2 players.

How long does Devilish take to play?

As an action game, Devilish 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 Devilish 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.

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