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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action
Mystic Defender
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Mystic Defender is a platformer released in 1989 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by SEGA. It blends platformer and action elements.
It belongs to the Genesis's earliest wave of games. Other notable Genesis releases from 1989 include Tetris, Golden Axe and Phantasy Star II.
SEGA also made Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Tetris for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Mystic Defender is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Mystic Defender cheats & codes
7 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Unlimited Lives | B00080:3200
FFF620:0200 |
|---|---|
| Unlimited Energy | F00BC0:3200
FFF620:0200 |
| Unlimited Lives | FFF62E:000C
FFF777:00
FFF629:02
FFF7C3:28
FFF62B:08 |
Mystic Defender walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Mystic Defender.
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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.
Mystic Defender FAQ
When did Mystic Defender come out on the Genesis?
Mystic Defender was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1989.
Who made Mystic Defender?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Mystic Defender multiplayer?
No. Mystic Defender is a single-player game.
How long does Mystic Defender take to play?
As a platformer, Mystic Defender 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 Mystic Defender 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.