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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action
Pulseman
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Game Freak |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Pulseman is a platformer released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Game Freak and published by SEGA. It blends platformer and action elements.
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.
Game Freak also made Magical Tarurūto-kun for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Pulseman 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.
Pulseman cheats & codes
34 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Stage Modifier | FFF9AA:XX |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | FFFD44:63 |
| Infinite Health | FFFD46:09 |
| Always Have Aerial Supercharge Attack (Not Visible, No Sound) | FFF302:20
FFF303:79
FFF47F:B0
FFFA31:04 |
Pulseman 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.
Pulseman FAQ
When did Pulseman come out on the Genesis?
Pulseman was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made Pulseman?
It was developed by Game Freak and published by SEGA.
Is Pulseman multiplayer?
No. Pulseman is a single-player game.
How long does Pulseman take to play?
As a platformer, Pulseman 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 Pulseman 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.