Generations Lost Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Platformer

Generations Lost

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SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1994
GenreAction, Platformer
DeveloperTime Warner Interactive
PublisherTime Warner Interactive
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Developed by Time Warner Interactive, Generations Lost arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as an action game. It blends action and platformer elements.

It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer.

Time Warner Interactive also made Rise of the Robots, Red Zone and Sylvester and Tweety in Cagey Capers for the Genesis.

Generations Lost is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Generations Lost 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.

Generations Lost gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Generations Lost cheats & codes

11 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite HealthFFF311:007F

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Generations Lost 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.

Generations Lost FAQ

When did Generations Lost come out on the Genesis?

Generations Lost was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.

Who made Generations Lost?

It was developed by Time Warner Interactive.

Is Generations Lost multiplayer?

No. Generations Lost is a single-player game.

How long does Generations Lost take to play?

As an action game, Generations Lost 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 Generations Lost 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.

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