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Ex-Mutants
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Malibu Games |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Malibu Games and published by SEGA, Ex-Mutants arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992 as a platformer.
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.
Malibu Games also made 3 Ninjas Kick Back, Cliffhanger and Batman Returns for the Genesis.
Ex-Mutants is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ex-Mutants is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Ex-Mutants cheats & codes
32 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Unlimited Men | FF006B:0003 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health | FF005A:0C |
| Infinite Primary Weapon | FF005C:63 |
| Infinite Secondary Weapon | FF005D:99 |
| Max Money | FF0069:63 |
Ex-Mutants walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Ex-Mutants.
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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.
Ex-Mutants FAQ
When did Ex-Mutants come out on the Genesis?
Ex-Mutants was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992.
Who made Ex-Mutants?
It was developed by Malibu Games and published by SEGA.
Is Ex-Mutants multiplayer?
No. Ex-Mutants is a single-player game.
How long does Ex-Mutants take to play?
As a platformer, Ex-Mutants 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.
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.