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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer
Shadow of the Beast
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Reflections Interactive Limited |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Shadow of the Beast |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Shadow of the Beast is a platformer released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Reflections Interactive Limited and published by Electronic Arts.
It is part of the Shadow of the Beast series; on the Genesis you can also try Shadow of the Beast II. The series also appears on other systems with Shadow of the Beast (Lynx) and Shadow of the Beast (Master System).
Shadow of the Beast 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 Shadow of the Beast 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 of the Beast cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Unlimited Energy | FF1A17:000C |
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Shadow of the Beast walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Shadow of the Beast.
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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 of the Beast FAQ
Who made Shadow of the Beast?
It was developed by Reflections Interactive Limited and published by Electronic Arts.
Is Shadow of the Beast multiplayer?
No. Shadow of the Beast is a single-player game.
How long does Shadow of the Beast take to play?
As a platformer, Shadow of the Beast 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 of the Beast 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.