Mega Bomberman Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action

Mega Bomberman

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1994
GenreAction
DeveloperWestone
PublisherSEGA
Players1–4 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesBomberman
ESRBKA
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Westone and published by SEGA, Mega Bomberman arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as an action game.

It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer.

It is part of the Bomberman series. The series also appears on other systems with Bomberman II (NES) and Bomberman 64 (N64). Westone also made Monster World IV, Wonder Boy in Monster World and Wonder Boy III: Monster Lair for the Genesis.

Mega Bomberman supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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 have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Mega Bomberman 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.

Mega Bomberman gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Mega Bomberman cheats & codes

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

Infinite LivesFF9543:09
Infinite Time (Alternate Code)FFA428:3B
Bombs Have Longer ReachFF8289:09
Can Place More BombsFF8289:09
Can Kick BombsFFA442:10
The Exit Is Always Open (You Still Need To Get On Your Kangaroo)FFA959:00

See all Mega Bomberman cheats

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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.

Mega Bomberman FAQ

When did Mega Bomberman come out on the Genesis?

Mega Bomberman was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.

Who made Mega Bomberman?

It was developed by Westone and published by SEGA.

Is Mega Bomberman multiplayer?

Yes. Mega Bomberman supports up to 4 players.

How long does Mega Bomberman take to play?

As an action game, Mega Bomberman 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.

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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