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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action
Jewel Master
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Jewel Master is a platformer released in 1991 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by SEGA. It blends platformer 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.
SEGA also made Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Tetris for the Genesis.
Jewel Master is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Jewel Master 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.
Jewel Master cheats & codes
25 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Invincibility | FFC5EC:001F |
|---|---|
| Makes The Level 1 Flame Ring Stronger | FFC4C4:0003 |
| Have All 12 Rings (Read Note!) | FFC4DA:0101
FFC4DC:0101
FFC4DE:0101
FFC4E0:0101
FFC4E2:0101 |
Jewel Master 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.
Jewel Master FAQ
When did Jewel Master come out on the Genesis?
Jewel Master was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991.
Who made Jewel Master?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Jewel Master multiplayer?
No. Jewel Master is a single-player game.
How long does Jewel Master take to play?
As a platformer, Jewel Master 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 Jewel Master 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.