Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer
The Smurfs
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Infogrames |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Les Schtroumpfs |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Developed by Infogrames, The Smurfs arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as a platformer.
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.
It is part of the Les Schtroumpfs series; on the Genesis you can also try Schtroumpfs Autour du Monde, Les. The series also appears on other systems with Smurf: Rescue in Gargamel's Castle (2600) and Smurf: Rescue in Gargamel's Castle (ColecoVision). Infogrames also made Tintin in Tibet, Spirou and Toxic Crusaders for the Genesis.
The Smurfs 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)
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 Smurfs 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 Smurfs cheats & codes
28 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | FFF373:09 |
|---|---|
| Fake Infinite Time | FF44ED:69 |
| Infinite Hearts | FFF376:04 |
| Infinite Lives | FFF371:09 |
| Infinite Leaves | FFF36F:09 |
The Smurfs 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 Smurfs FAQ
When did The Smurfs come out on the Genesis?
The Smurfs was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made The Smurfs?
It was developed by Infogrames.
Is The Smurfs multiplayer?
No. The Smurfs is a single-player game.
How long does The Smurfs take to play?
As a platformer, The Smurfs 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 Smurfs 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.