Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Adventure / Action
Phantom 2040
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Adventure, Action |
| Developer | Viacom New Media |
| Publisher | Viacom New Media |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Phantom 2040 is an adventure game released in 1995 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Viacom New Media. It blends adventure 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. Among the 14 Genesis adventure games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
Viacom New Media also made Beavis and Butt-head and Zoop for the Genesis.
Phantom 2040 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Phantom 2040 is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Phantom 2040 cheats & codes
20 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | FF804D:60 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Weapons | FF804B:60 |
| Infinite Lives | FF8045:09 |
Phantom 2040 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Phantom 2040.
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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.
Phantom 2040 FAQ
When did Phantom 2040 come out on the Genesis?
Phantom 2040 was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.
Who made Phantom 2040?
It was developed by Viacom New Media.
Is Phantom 2040 multiplayer?
No. Phantom 2040 is a single-player game.
How long does Phantom 2040 take to play?
As an adventure game, Phantom 2040 typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Phantom 2040 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.