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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shooter
Terminator 2: Judgment Day
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| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Arena Entertainment |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Terminator |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Terminator 2: Judgment Day is a shooter released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Arena Entertainment and published by Acclaim. Depending on the region, you may also know it as T2: The Arcade Game. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991.
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. Among the 24 Genesis shooters in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
It is part of the Terminator series; on the Genesis you can also try The Terminator and Terminator 2. The series also appears on other systems with The Terminator (Master System) and Terminator 2: Judgment Day (NES).
Terminator 2: Judgment Day supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Terminator 2: Judgment Day is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Terminator 2: Judgment Day cheats & codes
28 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | FF801E:FFFF |
|---|---|
| Infinite Gun Power | FF801C:FFFF |
| Infinite Missiles | FF8018:9999 |
| Unlimited Continues | FF80CA:0004 |
| Gun Modifier | FF8014:000? |
Terminator 2: Judgment Day 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.
Terminator 2: Judgment Day FAQ
When did Terminator 2: Judgment Day come out on the Genesis?
Terminator 2: Judgment Day was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made Terminator 2: Judgment Day?
It was developed by Arena Entertainment and published by Acclaim.
Is Terminator 2: Judgment Day multiplayer?
Yes. Terminator 2: Judgment Day supports up to 2 players.
How long does Terminator 2: Judgment Day take to play?
As a shooter, Terminator 2: Judgment Day 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 Terminator 2: Judgment Day 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.