Sunset Riders Classic Co-op
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shoot 'em Up
Mega SWIV
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Sales Curve |
| Publisher | Time Warner Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995, Mega SWIV is a shoot 'em up developed by Sales Curve and published by Time Warner Interactive.
It landed about 6 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1995 include Mortal Kombat 3, Comix Zone and Ristar.
Sales Curve also made The Lawnmower Man for the Genesis.
Mega SWIV 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Mega SWIV is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Mega SWIV cheats & codes
10 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives P1 | FF5D5D:09 |
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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 SWIV FAQ
When did Mega SWIV come out on the Genesis?
Mega SWIV was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.
Who made Mega SWIV?
It was developed by Sales Curve and published by Time Warner Interactive.
Is Mega SWIV multiplayer?
No. Mega SWIV is a single-player game.
How long does Mega SWIV take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Mega SWIV typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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