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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Adventure
Saint Sword
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| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Platformer, Adventure |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Saint Sword is a platformer released in 1991 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Taito. It blends platformer and adventure 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.
Taito also made The Flintstones, Darius II and Growl 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'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 Saint Sword 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.
Saint Sword cheats & codes
49 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Limit | FF0433:5B |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health | FF02BD:35 |
| Infinite Time (Against Bosses) | FF0311:59 |
| Infinite Lives | FF02BF:09 |
| Start At Max Level | FF02BB:09 |
| Bosses Have No Energy | FF0319:00 |
Saint Sword walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Saint Sword.
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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.
Saint Sword FAQ
When did Saint Sword come out on the Genesis?
Saint Sword was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991.
Who made Saint Sword?
It was developed by Taito.
Is Saint Sword multiplayer?
No. Saint Sword is a single-player game.
How long does Saint Sword take to play?
As a platformer, Saint Sword 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 Saint Sword 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.