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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action
Shadow Blasters
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Sigma-team |
| Publisher | Sage's Creation |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990, Shadow Blasters is a platformer developed by Sigma-team and published by Sage's Creation. It blends platformer and action elements.
It came out in the Genesis's second year on the market. Other notable Genesis releases from 1990 include Populous, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker and Super Monaco GP.
Shadow Blasters supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Shadow Blasters 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.
Shadow Blasters cheats & codes
58 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | FF0BFF:09 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Charge-Up Attack (A Button) | FF0CAD:63 |
| Infinite Special Attack (C Button) | FF0CC3:09 |
Shadow Blasters 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.
Shadow Blasters FAQ
When did Shadow Blasters come out on the Genesis?
Shadow Blasters was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990.
Who made Shadow Blasters?
It was developed by Sigma-team and published by Sage's Creation.
Is Shadow Blasters multiplayer?
Yes. Shadow Blasters supports up to 2 players.
How long does Shadow Blasters take to play?
As a platformer, Shadow Blasters 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 Shadow Blasters 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.