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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · RPG
Super Hydlide
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Seismic |
| Publisher | Asmik |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Hydlide |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Seismic and published by Asmik, Super Hydlide arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1989 as a role-playing game. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987.
It belongs to the Genesis's earliest wave of games. Other notable Genesis releases from 1989 include Tetris, Golden Axe and Phantasy Star II.
It is part of the Hydlide series. The series also appears on other systems with Virtual Hydlide (Saturn) and Hydlide (NES).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Super Hydlide is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Super Hydlide cheats & codes
22 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| no current weight | FFE032:0000 |
|---|---|
| MF Modifier | FFE028:0000 |
| Start A New Game With $5,000 Gold | A0EA-AAAC |
| Start A New Game With $250,000 Gold | 9LEA-AAAC |
| Infinite Life | AM3T-AA4T |
| Infinite Life Alternate Code | 9M3T-AADA |
Super Hydlide walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Super Hydlide.
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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.
Super Hydlide FAQ
When did Super Hydlide come out on the Genesis?
Super Hydlide was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1989; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Super Hydlide?
It was developed by Seismic and published by Asmik.
Is Super Hydlide multiplayer?
No. Super Hydlide is a single-player game.
How long does Super Hydlide take to play?
As a role-playing game, Super Hydlide typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Super Hydlide 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.