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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Strategy / Puzzle
Rampart
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Strategy, Puzzle |
| Developer | Tengen |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Developed by Tengen and published by Atari, Rampart arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991 as a strategy game. It blends strategy and puzzle elements.
It landed about 2 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1991 include Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage and Shining in the Darkness. Among the 32 Genesis strategy games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
Tengen also made Klax, Dragon's Revenge and Awesome Possum... Kicks Dr. Machino's Butt for the Genesis.
Rampart supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Rampart is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Rampart cheats & codes
10 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Freeze Countdown When Choosing A Building (At Beginning of Game) (First Timer) | FF0753:35 |
|---|---|
| Freeze Countdown When Placing A Building (At Beginning of Game) (Second Timer) | FF05C3:95 |
| Infinite Time To Join In For Both Players (HUD Is Blanked Out) | FF07A3:09 |
| Number of Buildings Left To Place P1 (Modifies HUD Only) | FF026B:XX |
| Number of Buildings Left To Place P2 (Modifies HUD Only) | FF04C5:XX |
Rampart 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.
Rampart FAQ
When did Rampart come out on the Genesis?
Rampart was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991.
Who made Rampart?
It was developed by Tengen and published by Atari.
Is Rampart multiplayer?
Yes. Rampart supports up to 2 players.
How long does Rampart take to play?
As a strategy game, Rampart 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 Rampart 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.