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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shoot 'em Up
Ranger X
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | GAU Entertainment |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993, Ranger X is a shoot 'em up developed by GAU Entertainment and published by SEGA.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball. Among the 75 Genesis shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.
Ranger X 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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ranger X 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.
Ranger X cheats & codes
69 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | FFD723:63 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Power | FFD6FF:63 |
| "Power Generators" Remaining Modifier (Visual Only) | FFE653:XX |
| Access Hidden Level | FFCC75:0E |
Ranger X walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Ranger X.
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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.
Ranger X FAQ
When did Ranger X come out on the Genesis?
Ranger X was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Ranger X?
It was developed by GAU Entertainment and published by SEGA.
Is Ranger X multiplayer?
No. Ranger X is a single-player game.
How long does Ranger X take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Ranger X 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 Ranger X 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.