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The NewZealand Story
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Taito, The NewZealand Story arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990 as a platformer. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988. It blends platformer and action elements.
It came out in the Genesis's second year on the market. Other notable Genesis releases from 1990 include Populous, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker and Super Monaco GP.
Taito also made The Flintstones, Darius II and Growl for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The NewZealand Story 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 NewZealand Story cheats & codes
36 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FF8003:09 |
|---|---|
| Invincible (Flashing) | FF8009:26 |
The NewZealand Story 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.
The NewZealand Story FAQ
When did The NewZealand Story come out on the Genesis?
The NewZealand Story was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made The NewZealand Story?
It was developed by Taito.
Is The NewZealand Story multiplayer?
No. The NewZealand Story is a single-player game.
How long does The NewZealand Story take to play?
As a platformer, The NewZealand Story 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 NewZealand Story 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.