The Pagemaster Genesis box art

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Action

The Pagemaster

Deep cut

SystemSega Genesis / Mega Drive
Released1994
GenrePlatformer, Action
DeveloperProbe Software
PublisherFox Interactive
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 5

Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994, The Pagemaster is a platformer developed by Probe Software and published by Fox Interactive. It blends platformer and action 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.

Probe Software also made Back to the Future Part III, Stargate and The Terminator 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 Pagemaster 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 Pagemaster gameplay screenshot on Genesis
In-game screenshot (Genesis)

The Pagemaster cheats & codes

21 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite LivesFFFAF7:09
Infinite EnergyFFFAF5:01

See all The Pagemaster cheats

The Pagemaster 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 Pagemaster FAQ

When did The Pagemaster come out on the Genesis?

The Pagemaster was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.

Who made The Pagemaster?

It was developed by Probe Software and published by Fox Interactive.

Is The Pagemaster multiplayer?

No. The Pagemaster is a single-player game.

How long does The Pagemaster take to play?

As a platformer, The Pagemaster 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 Pagemaster 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.

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