Sonic the Hedgehog Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer
Rolo to the Rescue
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Vectordean |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Rolo to the Rescue is a platformer released in 1993 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Vectordean and published by Electronic Arts.
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.
Vectordean also made James Pond 2: Codename: RoboCod for the Genesis.
Rolo to the Rescue 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 Rolo to the Rescue 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.
Rolo to the Rescue cheats & codes
32 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FFC51D:09 |
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Rolo to the Rescue walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Rolo to the Rescue.
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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.
Rolo to the Rescue FAQ
When did Rolo to the Rescue come out on the Genesis?
Rolo to the Rescue was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Rolo to the Rescue?
It was developed by Vectordean and published by Electronic Arts.
Is Rolo to the Rescue multiplayer?
No. Rolo to the Rescue is a single-player game.
How long does Rolo to the Rescue take to play?
As a platformer, Rolo to the Rescue 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 Rolo to the Rescue 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.