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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action
The Ooze
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
The Ooze is an action game released in 1995 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by SEGA.
It landed about 6 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1995 include Mortal Kombat 3, Comix Zone and Ristar. Among the 111 Genesis action games in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.
SEGA also made Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Tetris for the Genesis.
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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Ooze is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
The Ooze cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FFCA8F:0003 |
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The Ooze walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Ooze.
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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 Ooze FAQ
When did The Ooze come out on the Genesis?
The Ooze was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.
Who made The Ooze?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is The Ooze multiplayer?
No. The Ooze is a single-player game.
How long does The Ooze take to play?
As an action game, The Ooze 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 Ooze 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.