Skitchin' Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Sports

Skitchin'

Deep cut

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1994
GenreAction, Sports
DeveloperElectronic Arts
PublisherElectronic Arts
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Developed by Electronic Arts, Skitchin' arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as an action game. It blends action and sports elements.

It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer.

Electronic Arts also made Road Rash II, Road Rash 3 and Budokan: The Martial Spirit for the Genesis.

Skitchin' 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 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Skitchin' is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Skitchin' gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

Skitchin' cheats & codes

25 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite CashFFEF58:03E8
Infinite TimeFFDC06:0008
Auto Race At 200+ MPHFF0768:7F
Set Max./Infinite Money ($32767)FFEF58:A8 FFEF59:61

See all Skitchin' cheats

Skitchin' 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.

Skitchin' FAQ

When did Skitchin' come out on the Genesis?

Skitchin' was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.

Who made Skitchin'?

It was developed by Electronic Arts.

Is Skitchin' multiplayer?

Yes. Skitchin' supports up to 2 players.

How long does Skitchin' take to play?

As an action game, Skitchin' 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 Skitchin' 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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