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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Platformer
Spirou
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Infogrames |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Spirou |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Developed by Infogrames, Spirou arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995 as an action game. It blends action and platformer elements.
It landed about 6 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1995 include Mortal Kombat 3, Comix Zone and Ristar.
It is part of the Spirou series. The series also appears on other systems with Spirou (SNES) and Spirou: The Robot Invasion (GBC). Infogrames also made Tintin in Tibet, The Smurfs and Toxic Crusaders for the Genesis.
Spirou is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Spirou 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.
Spirou cheats & codes
24 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | RF2A-460C |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | FF60B6:0009 |
| Infinite Health | FF60B8:0005 |
| Infinite Piccolo Hats | FF60B2:0099 |
| Infinite Yellow Helicopter Fuel/Air Tank | FF60B6:0014 |
| Stage Modifier | FF62EA:0000 |
Spirou 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.
Spirou FAQ
When did Spirou come out on the Genesis?
Spirou was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.
Who made Spirou?
It was developed by Infogrames.
Is Spirou multiplayer?
No. Spirou is a single-player game.
How long does Spirou take to play?
As an action game, Spirou 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 Spirou 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.