Jantei Monogatari Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Board, Card & Party / Strategy

Jantei Monogatari

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SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1991 (originally 1990)
GenreBoard, Card & Party, Strategy
DeveloperAtlus
PublisherRenovation Products
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991, Jantei Monogatari is a board, card or party game developed by Atlus and published by Renovation Products. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990. It blends board, card & party and strategy 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 8 Genesis board, card & party games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want action or story rather than tabletop-style play
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Jantei Monogatari is like

Board, card, quiz and party games bring tabletop classics and social games to the screen, from chess and mahjong to trivia and casino games.

Tip for newcomers: These games are usually best with company; check how many players are supported before game night.

Jantei Monogatari gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Jantei Monogatari 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.

Jantei Monogatari FAQ

When did Jantei Monogatari come out on the Genesis?

Jantei Monogatari was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991; the original game dates back to 1990.

Who made Jantei Monogatari?

It was developed by Atlus and published by Renovation Products.

Is Jantei Monogatari multiplayer?

No. Jantei Monogatari is a single-player game.

How long does Jantei Monogatari take to play?

As a board, card or party game, Jantei Monogatari 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 Jantei Monogatari 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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