Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Beat 'em Up

Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan

Deep cut

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1999
GenreBeat 'em Up
DeveloperChuanpu
PublisherPiko Interactive
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan is a beat 'em up released in 1999 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Chuanpu and published by Piko Interactive.

It landed about 10 years into the Genesis's life.

Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling

What playing Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan is like

Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.

Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.

Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

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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.

Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan FAQ

When did Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan come out on the Genesis?

Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1999.

Who made Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan?

It was developed by Chuanpu and published by Piko Interactive.

Is Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan multiplayer?

Yes. Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan supports up to 2 players.

How long does Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan take to play?

As a beat 'em up, Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan 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 Shui Hu Feng Yun Zhuan 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.

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