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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Strategy
Herzog Zwei
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Technosoft |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
Herzog Zwei is a strategy game released in 1989 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Technosoft and published by SEGA.
It belongs to the Genesis's earliest wave of games. Other notable Genesis releases from 1989 include Tetris, Golden Axe and Phantasy Star II. Among the 32 Genesis strategy games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
Technosoft also made Thunder Force III, Thunder Force II and Thunder Force IV for the Genesis.
Herzog Zwei 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 Herzog Zwei 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.
Herzog Zwei cheats & codes
66 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| MASTER CODE--MUST BE ENTERED | AJBT-AA68 |
|---|---|
| All weapons are made immediately | JP4T-AE0N |
| Infinite money | DV4T-AA6R |
| Infinite energy | AJ7A-AA36 |
| Infinite ammunition | B2HA-AA98 |
| Infinite stamina against anti-aircraft fire | ATNA-AA32 |
Herzog Zwei walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Herzog Zwei.
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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.
Herzog Zwei FAQ
When did Herzog Zwei come out on the Genesis?
Herzog Zwei was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1989.
Who made Herzog Zwei?
It was developed by Technosoft and published by SEGA.
Is Herzog Zwei multiplayer?
Yes. Herzog Zwei supports up to 2 players.
How long does Herzog Zwei take to play?
As a strategy game, Herzog Zwei 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 Herzog Zwei 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.