Menacer 6-game cartridge Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shooter

Menacer 6-game cartridge

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SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1992
GenreShooter
DeveloperWestern Technologies
PublisherWestern Technologies
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Developed by Western Technologies, Menacer 6-game cartridge arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992 as a shooter.

It landed about 3 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Lemmings and Streets of Rage 2. Among the 24 Genesis shooters in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.

Western Technologies also made X-Men, Spider-Man Animated Series and Outback Joey 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 are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Menacer 6-game cartridge is like

Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.

Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.

Menacer 6-game cartridge gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Menacer 6-game cartridge cheats & codes

64 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Infinite missilesRGPA-W6YJ
Invincibility against some tanksA4TT-WA50
Invincibility against other tanks, combine with Code 3 for full tank invincibilityA4TT-WA4A
Invincibility against some aircraftAWTT-WA72
Keep gun from overheatingATGA-YA7W
Stop timerAT1A-6A2A

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Menacer 6-game cartridge 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.

Menacer 6-game cartridge FAQ

When did Menacer 6-game cartridge come out on the Genesis?

Menacer 6-game cartridge was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992.

Who made Menacer 6-game cartridge?

It was developed by Western Technologies.

Is Menacer 6-game cartridge multiplayer?

No. Menacer 6-game cartridge is a single-player game.

How long does Menacer 6-game cartridge take to play?

As a shooter, Menacer 6-game cartridge 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 Menacer 6-game cartridge 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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