Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Strategy
Gemfire
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Koei |
| Publisher | Koei |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Gemfire is a strategy game released in 1992 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Koei.
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. Among the 32 Genesis strategy games in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
Koei also made Aerobiz, Aerobiz Supersonic and Uncharted Waters II: New Horizons for the Genesis.
Gemfire 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 weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Gemfire is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Gemfire cheats & codes
235 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Family Selection Code | FF2DCC:0001 |
|---|---|
| Political Stat | FF10B6:0000 |
| War Stat | FF10B6:0000 |
| Charisma Stat | FF10B8:0000 |
| Fame Stat | FF10BC:0000 |
| Vassals | FF10B8:0000 |
Gemfire walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Gemfire.
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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.
Gemfire FAQ
When did Gemfire come out on the Genesis?
Gemfire was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992.
Who made Gemfire?
It was developed by Koei.
Is Gemfire multiplayer?
Yes. Gemfire supports up to 2 players.
How long does Gemfire take to play?
As a strategy game, Gemfire typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Gemfire 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.