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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action
Hook
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Sony |
| Publisher | Ukiyotei |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Hook is a platformer released in 1993 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Sony and published by Ukiyotei. It blends platformer and action elements.
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.
Sony also made Bram Stoker's Dracula and Flink for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Hook is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Hook cheats & codes
27 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | FF8C63:03 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | FFDD70:63 |
| Infinite Time | FFDD85:59 |
| Infinite Fly Meter | FFDD7B:80 |
Hook walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Hook.
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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.
Hook FAQ
When did Hook come out on the Genesis?
Hook was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Hook?
It was developed by Sony and published by Ukiyotei.
Is Hook multiplayer?
No. Hook is a single-player game.
How long does Hook take to play?
As a platformer, Hook 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 Hook 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.