Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Puzzle
Exodus
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Wisdom Tree |
| Publisher | Wisdom Tree |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Exodus is a puzzle game released in 1993 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Wisdom Tree. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Exodus: Journey to the Promised Land. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball. Among the 25 Genesis puzzle games in our database, it ranks #18 by legacy score.
Wisdom Tree also made Joshua & the Battle of Jericho and Spiritual Warfare for the Genesis.
Exodus supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Exodus is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Exodus cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Action Replay). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | FF0391:28 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | FF0361:03 |
Exodus 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.
Exodus FAQ
When did Exodus come out on the Genesis?
Exodus was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made Exodus?
It was developed by Wisdom Tree.
Is Exodus multiplayer?
Yes. Exodus supports up to 2 players.
How long does Exodus take to play?
As a puzzle game, Exodus 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 Exodus 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.