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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Puzzle / Strategy
The Great Waldo Search
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Puzzle, Strategy |
| Developer | Radiance Software |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
The Great Waldo Search is a puzzle game released in 1992 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Radiance Software and published by THQ. It blends puzzle and strategy elements.
It landed about 3 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Lemmings and Streets of Rage 2. Among the 25 Genesis puzzle games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
The Great Waldo Search supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing The Great Waldo Search is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
The Great Waldo Search cheats & codes
11 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | FF0F1D:FF |
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The Great Waldo Search walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Great Waldo Search.
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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.
The Great Waldo Search FAQ
When did The Great Waldo Search come out on the Genesis?
The Great Waldo Search was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992.
Who made The Great Waldo Search?
It was developed by Radiance Software and published by THQ.
Is The Great Waldo Search multiplayer?
Yes. The Great Waldo Search supports up to 2 players.
How long does The Great Waldo Search take to play?
As a puzzle game, The Great Waldo Search 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 The Great Waldo Search 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.