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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Shoot 'em Up
Gadget Twins
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Action, Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Imagitec Design |
| Publisher | GameTek |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992, Gadget Twins is an action game developed by Imagitec Design and published by GameTek. It blends action and shoot 'em up elements.
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.
Imagitec Design also made Brutal: Paws of Fury, TNN Outdoors Bass Tournament '96 and American Gladiators for the Genesis.
Gadget Twins supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 a game to beat together with a friend
- 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 Gadget Twins 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.
Gadget Twins cheats & codes
20 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | FF09B5:28 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | FF09BD:09 |
| Infinite Money | FF09C0:03E7 |
Gadget Twins walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Gadget Twins.
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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.
Gadget Twins FAQ
When did Gadget Twins come out on the Genesis?
Gadget Twins was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992.
Who made Gadget Twins?
It was developed by Imagitec Design and published by GameTek.
Is Gadget Twins multiplayer?
Yes. Gadget Twins supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Gadget Twins take to play?
As an action game, Gadget Twins 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 Gadget Twins 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.