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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Beat 'em Up
Sword of Sodan
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Soren Gronbech |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991, Sword of Sodan is a beat 'em up developed by Soren Gronbech and published by Electronic Arts. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988.
It landed about 2 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1991 include Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage and Shining in the Darkness.
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)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Sword of Sodan is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Sword of Sodan cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 004742:6002 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives (Alternate Code) | FF13AF:0005 |
| Invincible | FF13B100FF |
| Infinite Energy | FF01C000E6 |
Sword of Sodan 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.
Sword of Sodan FAQ
When did Sword of Sodan come out on the Genesis?
Sword of Sodan was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Sword of Sodan?
It was developed by Soren Gronbech and published by Electronic Arts.
Is Sword of Sodan multiplayer?
No. Sword of Sodan is a single-player game.
How long does Sword of Sodan take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Sword of Sodan 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 Sword of Sodan 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.