Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Sports
Paperboy 2
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Sports |
| Developer | Tengen |
| Publisher | Tengen |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Paperboy |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Tengen, Paperboy 2 arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive as an action game. It blends action and sports elements.
It is part of the Paperboy series; on the Genesis you can also try Paperboy. The series also appears on other systems with Paperboy (NES) and Paperboy (N64). Tengen also made Klax, Rampart and Dragon's Revenge for the Genesis.
Paperboy 2 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Paperboy 2 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.
Paperboy 2 cheats & codes
14 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives P1 + P2 | FF59D9:09 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Papers P1 + P2 | FF50BF:0A |
Paperboy 2 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.
Paperboy 2 FAQ
Who made Paperboy 2?
It was developed by Tengen.
Is Paperboy 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Paperboy 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Paperboy 2 take to play?
As an action game, Paperboy 2 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 Paperboy 2 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.