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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action
Gauntlet IV
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| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Tengen |
| Publisher | M2TO |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Gauntlet |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Gauntlet IV is an action game released in 1993 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Tengen and published by M2TO.
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.
It is part of the Gauntlet series. The series also appears on other systems with Gauntlet Legends (N64) and Gauntlet Legends (PS1). Tengen also made Klax, Rampart and Dragon's Revenge for the Genesis.
Gauntlet IV supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- 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 Gauntlet IV 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.
Gauntlet IV cheats & codes
46 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health P1 | FF00F9:CF |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health P2 | FF03BD:CF |
| Infinite Credits (All Players) | FFE773:63 |
| Score Modifiers P1 | FF0109:XX
FF0108:XX |
Gauntlet IV walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Genesis games today
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Gauntlet IV FAQ
When did Gauntlet IV come out on the Genesis?
Gauntlet IV was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Gauntlet IV?
It was developed by Tengen and published by M2TO.
Is Gauntlet IV multiplayer?
Yes. Gauntlet IV supports up to 4 players.
How long does Gauntlet IV take to play?
As an action game, Gauntlet IV 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 Gauntlet IV 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.