The Lost Vikings 2 Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Strategy
The Lost Vikings
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Platformer, Strategy |
| Developer | Silicon & Synapse |
| Publisher | Interplay |
| Players | 1–3 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Lost Vikings |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 22 |
Developed by Silicon & Synapse and published by Interplay, The Lost Vikings arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as a platformer. It blends platformer and strategy 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. Among the 160 Genesis platformers in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
It is part of the Lost Vikings series. The series also appears on other systems with The Lost Vikings (SNES) and The Lost Vikings 2 (SNES).
The Lost Vikings supports up to 3 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing The Lost Vikings is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
The Lost Vikings cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Unlimited Lives For Eric | F00060322F
FF90800001
FF908F0006 |
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The Lost Vikings walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Lost Vikings.
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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 Lost Vikings FAQ
When did The Lost Vikings come out on the Genesis?
The Lost Vikings was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made The Lost Vikings?
It was developed by Silicon & Synapse and published by Interplay.
Is The Lost Vikings multiplayer?
Yes. The Lost Vikings supports up to 3 players, including co-op play.
How long does The Lost Vikings take to play?
As a platformer, The Lost Vikings 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 The Lost Vikings 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.