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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action
Nightmare Circus
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Funcom |
| Publisher | Tec Toy |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Nightmare Circus is a platformer released in 1995 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Funcom and published by Tec Toy. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 6 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1995 include Mortal Kombat 3, Comix Zone and Ristar.
Funcom also made Daze Before Christmas, A Dinosaur's Tale and NBA Hangtime for the Genesis.
Nightmare Circus supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Nightmare Circus 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.
Nightmare Circus cheats & codes
8 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | FF6F46:25 |
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Nightmare Circus walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Nightmare Circus.
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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.
Nightmare Circus FAQ
When did Nightmare Circus come out on the Genesis?
Nightmare Circus was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.
Who made Nightmare Circus?
It was developed by Funcom and published by Tec Toy.
Is Nightmare Circus multiplayer?
Yes. Nightmare Circus supports up to 2 players.
How long does Nightmare Circus take to play?
As a platformer, Nightmare Circus 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 Nightmare Circus 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.