Marsupilami Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action

Marsupilami

Deep cut

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1995
GenreAction
DeveloperApache
PublisherSEGA
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
ESRBKA
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Marsupilami is an action game released in 1995 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Apache and published by SEGA.

It landed about 6 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1995 include Mortal Kombat 3, Comix Zone and Ristar.

Marsupilami is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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 Marsupilami 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.

Marsupilami gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Marsupilami cheats & codes

15 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite EnergyFFFA09:06
Infinite LivesFFF9D1:09
Infinite TimeFFF9BC:03E7

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Marsupilami 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.

Marsupilami FAQ

When did Marsupilami come out on the Genesis?

Marsupilami was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.

Who made Marsupilami?

It was developed by Apache and published by SEGA.

Is Marsupilami multiplayer?

No. Marsupilami is a single-player game.

How long does Marsupilami take to play?

As an action game, Marsupilami 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 Marsupilami 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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