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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer
The Ottifants
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Graftgold |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993, The Ottifants is a platformer developed by Graftgold and published by SEGA.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball.
Graftgold also made Gods for the Genesis.
The Ottifants is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 Ottifants 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 Ottifants cheats & codes
15 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Full Percentage | FFA342:A0 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Energy | FF87B1:60 |
| Infinite Lives | FF8799:09 |
The Ottifants walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Ottifants.
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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 Ottifants FAQ
When did The Ottifants come out on the Genesis?
The Ottifants was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made The Ottifants?
It was developed by Graftgold and published by SEGA.
Is The Ottifants multiplayer?
No. The Ottifants is a single-player game.
How long does The Ottifants take to play?
As a platformer, The Ottifants 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.
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