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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Platformer
Judge Dredd
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Probe Software |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, Judge Dredd is an action game developed by Probe Software and published by Acclaim. It blends action and platformer elements.
Probe Software also made Back to the Future Part III, Stargate and The Pagemaster 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 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Judge Dredd is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Judge Dredd cheats & codes
48 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health P1 | FF2B41:85 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives P1 | FF2B2E:09 |
Judge Dredd walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Judge Dredd.
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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.
Judge Dredd FAQ
Who made Judge Dredd?
It was developed by Probe Software and published by Acclaim.
Is Judge Dredd multiplayer?
No. Judge Dredd is a single-player game.
How long does Judge Dredd take to play?
As an action game, Judge Dredd 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 Judge Dredd 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.