Pocahontas Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer

Pocahontas

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1996
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperDisney Interactive
PublisherDisney Interactive
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
ESRBKA
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1996, Pocahontas is a platformer developed by Disney Interactive.

It landed about 7 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1996 include Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3, Worms and International Superstar Soccer Deluxe.

Disney Interactive also made Toy Story, Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow and QuackShot Starring Donald Duck for the Genesis.

Pocahontas is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Pocahontas 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.

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

Pocahontas cheats & codes

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

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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.

Pocahontas FAQ

When did Pocahontas come out on the Genesis?

Pocahontas was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1996.

Who made Pocahontas?

It was developed by Disney Interactive.

Is Pocahontas multiplayer?

No. Pocahontas is a single-player game.

How long does Pocahontas take to play?

As a platformer, Pocahontas 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.

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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