Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Strategy
Master of Monsters
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Renovation Products |
| Publisher | System Soft |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Master of Monsters |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Renovation Products and published by System Soft, Master of Monsters arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991 as a strategy game.
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 32 Genesis strategy games in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
It is part of the Master of Monsters series. Renovation Products also made Earnest Evans, Arrow Flash and Traysia for the Genesis.
Master of Monsters supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Master of Monsters is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Master of Monsters cheats & codes
45 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Max Blue Magic | FF212E:FF |
|---|---|
| Max Red Magic | FF212F:FF |
| Max Green Magic | FF2130:FF |
| Max Yellow Magic | FF2131:FF |
| Blue Towers | FF2100:?? |
| Green Towers | FF2102:?? |
Master of Monsters 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.
Master of Monsters FAQ
When did Master of Monsters come out on the Genesis?
Master of Monsters was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991.
Who made Master of Monsters?
It was developed by Renovation Products and published by System Soft.
Is Master of Monsters multiplayer?
Yes. Master of Monsters supports up to 4 players.
How long does Master of Monsters take to play?
As a strategy game, Master of Monsters typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Master of Monsters 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.