Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer
Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Software Creations |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Spider-Man |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993, Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge is a platformer developed by Software Creations and published by Acclaim.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball.
It is part of the Spider-Man series; on the Genesis you can also try Spider-Man Animated Series, Venom/Spider-Man: Separation Anxiety and Spider-Man . Venom: Maximum Carnage. The series also appears on other systems with Spider-Man (N64) and Spider-Man: Return of the Sinister Six (NES). Software Creations also made Blaster Master 2, The Tick and Cutthroat Island 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 Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge 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.
Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge cheats & codes
89 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health (Everyone) | FF0225:5C |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives (Spider-Man) | FF0F75:09 |
| Infinite Lives (Cyclops, Storm, Gambit) | FF0089:09 |
| Have Blue/Red Alarm Modifier | FF0553:XX |
| Infinite Energy/Breath (Storm) | FF1828:7F |
| Have Lots of Yellow Stars (Gambit) | FF3F99:63 |
If you like Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge, the Matrix also picks…
Sonic the Hedgehog Classic
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Classic Co-op
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Classic
The Amazing Spider-Man: Lethal Foes Deep cut
Sonic & Knuckles Classic
The Lost Vikings Classic Co-op
Earthworm Jim Classic
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.
Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge FAQ
When did Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge come out on the Genesis?
Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge?
It was developed by Software Creations and published by Acclaim.
Is Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge multiplayer?
No. Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge is a single-player game.
How long does Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge take to play?
As a platformer, Spider-Man X-Men: Arcade's Revenge 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.
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