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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Beat 'em Up
The Punisher
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994, The Punisher is a beat 'em up developed by Capcom.
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 34 Genesis beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
Capcom also made Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers, Ghouls 'n Ghosts and Mega Man: The Wily Wars for the Genesis.
The Punisher supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- 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 want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
What playing The Punisher is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
The Punisher cheats & codes
54 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health (Punisher) | FFA0D9:63 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health (Nick Fury) | FFA0DB:63 |
| Infinite Time | FF8781:3F |
| Infinite Lives (Punisher) | FFA141:09 |
| Infinite Lives (Nick Fury) | FFA143:09 |
| No Health Bosses | FFA0DD:00 |
The Punisher walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Punisher.
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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 Punisher FAQ
When did The Punisher come out on the Genesis?
The Punisher was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made The Punisher?
It was developed by Capcom.
Is The Punisher multiplayer?
Yes. The Punisher supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does The Punisher take to play?
As a beat 'em up, The Punisher typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about The Punisher 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.