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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Sub-Terrania
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Zyrinx |
| Publisher | Scavenger |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Developed by Zyrinx and published by Scavenger, Sub-Terrania arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as a shoot 'em up. It blends shoot 'em up and action 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.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Sub-Terrania is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Sub-Terrania cheats & codes
39 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Fuel | FF5ED5:63 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Mega (Weapons Fire) | FF5EE1:63 |
| Infinite Ships | FF0035:09 |
Sub-Terrania walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Genesis games today
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Sub-Terrania FAQ
When did Sub-Terrania come out on the Genesis?
Sub-Terrania was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made Sub-Terrania?
It was developed by Zyrinx and published by Scavenger.
Is Sub-Terrania multiplayer?
No. Sub-Terrania is a single-player game.
How long does Sub-Terrania take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Sub-Terrania 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 Sub-Terrania 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.