Ecco: The Tides of Time Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Adventure / Action
Ecco Jr.
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Adventure, Action |
| Developer | Novotrade |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Ecco the Dolphin |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
Developed by Novotrade and published by SEGA, Ecco Jr. arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995 as an adventure game. It blends adventure and action elements.
It landed about 6 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1995 include Mortal Kombat 3, Comix Zone and Ristar. Among the 14 Genesis adventure games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Ecco the Dolphin series; on the Genesis you can also try Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco: The Tides of Time. The series also appears on other systems with Ecco the Dolphin (Master System) and Ecco the Dolphin (Sega CD). Novotrade also made Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Crossroads of Time and Richard Scarry's Busytown 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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ecco Jr. 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.
Ecco Jr. cheats & codes
1 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Boot Into Region Info Screen | AJBT-AA3J |
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Ecco Jr. 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.
Ecco Jr. FAQ
When did Ecco Jr. come out on the Genesis?
Ecco Jr. was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.
Who made Ecco Jr.?
It was developed by Novotrade and published by SEGA.
Is Ecco Jr. multiplayer?
No. Ecco Jr. is a single-player game.
How long does Ecco Jr. take to play?
As an adventure game, Ecco Jr. 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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