Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Puzzle
Flashback
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action, Puzzle, Platformer |
| Developer | U.S. Gold |
| Publisher | Delphine Software International |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Flashback |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 21 |
Flashback is an action game released in 1993 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by U.S. Gold and published by Delphine Software International. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Flashback: The Quest for Identity. It blends action, puzzle and platformer elements.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball and Disney's Aladdin. Among the 111 Genesis action games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Flashback series. The series also appears on other systems with Fade to Black (PS1) and Flashback (SNES). U.S. Gold also made Winter Olympics, Olympic Gold and Olympic Summer Games for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Flashback 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.
Flashback cheats & codes
32 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Hits | FFD3D7:09 |
|---|---|
| Level Modifier | FFF49A:XX
FFF49C:XX |
Flashback walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Flashback.
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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.
Flashback FAQ
When did Flashback come out on the Genesis?
Flashback was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Flashback?
It was developed by U.S. Gold and published by Delphine Software International.
Is Flashback multiplayer?
No. Flashback is a single-player game.
How long does Flashback take to play?
As an action game, Flashback 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 Flashback 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.