Probotector Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shoot 'em Up

Probotector

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1994
GenreShoot 'em Up
DeveloperKonami
PublisherKonami
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesContra
ESRBT
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994, Probotector is a shoot 'em up developed by Konami.

It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer.

It is part of the Contra series; on the Genesis you can also try Contra: Hard Corps and Contra: The Hard Corps. The series also appears on other systems with Contra III: The Alien Wars (SNES) and Contra Force (NES). Konami also made Sunset Riders, Castlevania: Bloodlines and International Superstar Soccer Deluxe for the Genesis.

Probotector 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets

What playing Probotector 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.

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

Probotector cheats & codes

10 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Anti-Lockout Code For US SystemA2BT-AA76
InvincibleRHWT-A6T6
Infinite LivesRETA-C6WJ
Infinite BombsAJWT-CA7C
All WeaponsH9HT-AADL
Infinite Lives P1FFFA0C:0009

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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.

Probotector FAQ

When did Probotector come out on the Genesis?

Probotector was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.

Who made Probotector?

It was developed by Konami.

Is Probotector multiplayer?

Yes. Probotector supports up to 2 players.

How long does Probotector take to play?

As a shoot 'em up, Probotector 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.

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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