Golden Axe Classic Co-op
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Beat 'em Up / Action
Growl
Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Developed by Taito, Growl arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991 as a beat 'em up. It blends beat 'em up and action elements.
It landed about 2 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1991 include Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage and Shining in the Darkness. Among the 34 Genesis beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #19 by legacy score.
Taito also made The Flintstones, Darius II and Rastan Saga II 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Growl is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Growl cheats & codes
34 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| MASTER CODE--MUST BE ENTERED | ETBT-AA42 |
|---|---|
| Infinite energy | R1XA-C6W2 |
| Infinite credits | AVHT-AA6W |
| Each pistol has 0 bullets | ABPA-GAC8 |
| Each pistol has 2 bullets | AKPA-GAC8 |
| Each pistol has 4 bullets | AVPA-GAC8 |
Growl walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Growl.
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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.
Growl FAQ
When did Growl come out on the Genesis?
Growl was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991.
Who made Growl?
It was developed by Taito.
Is Growl multiplayer?
No. Growl is a single-player game.
How long does Growl take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Growl typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Growl 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.