Golden Axe Classic Co-op
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Beat 'em Up / Action
Michael Jackson's Moonwalker
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Ultimate |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 19 |
Michael Jackson's Moonwalker is a beat 'em up released in 1990 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Ultimate and published by SEGA. It blends beat 'em up and action elements.
It came out in the Genesis's second year on the market. Other notable Genesis releases from 1990 include Populous, Super Monaco GP and Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse. Among the 34 Genesis beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
Michael Jackson's Moonwalker supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 want a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
What playing Michael Jackson's Moonwalker is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Michael Jackson's Moonwalker cheats & codes
29 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health P1 | FFDE47:45 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives P1 | FFDE45:09 |
| Children Remaining Modifier | FFDE4F:XX |
| Gives Michael Increased Dance Ability | 005F1E:31FC
005F20:0040 |
| Always Robot | FFC51F:01
FFC520:05 |
Michael Jackson's Moonwalker 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.
Michael Jackson's Moonwalker FAQ
When did Michael Jackson's Moonwalker come out on the Genesis?
Michael Jackson's Moonwalker was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990.
Who made Michael Jackson's Moonwalker?
It was developed by Ultimate and published by SEGA.
Is Michael Jackson's Moonwalker multiplayer?
Yes. Michael Jackson's Moonwalker supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Michael Jackson's Moonwalker take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker 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.
Read more about Michael Jackson's Moonwalker 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.