Outlander Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Racing

Outlander

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SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
GenreAction, Racing
DeveloperMindscape
PublisherMindscape
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Outlander is an action game released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Mindscape. It blends action and racing elements.

Mindscape also made Cal Ripken Jr. Baseball and Super Battleship: The Classic Naval Combat Game for the Genesis.

Outlander 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 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Outlander is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Outlander gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Outlander cheats & codes

15 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite GasFF0224:0040

See all Outlander cheats

Outlander walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Outlander.

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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.

Outlander FAQ

Who made Outlander?

It was developed by Mindscape.

Is Outlander multiplayer?

No. Outlander is a single-player game.

How long does Outlander take to play?

As an action game, Outlander 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 Outlander 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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