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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shoot 'em Up
Phelios
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Phelios is a shoot 'em up released in 1990 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Namco. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989.
It came out in the Genesis's second year on the market. Other notable Genesis releases from 1990 include Populous, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker and Super Monaco GP.
Namco also made Pac-Man 2: The New Adventures, Pac-Attack and Splatterhouse 2 for the Genesis.
Phelios 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Phelios is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Phelios cheats & codes
45 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FFF473:0003 |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | FFF475:0003 |
Phelios walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Phelios.
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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.
Phelios FAQ
When did Phelios come out on the Genesis?
Phelios was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Phelios?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Phelios multiplayer?
No. Phelios is a single-player game.
How long does Phelios take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Phelios typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Phelios 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.