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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Platformer / Beat 'em Up
The Tick
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Platformer, Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Software Creations |
| Publisher | Fox Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Software Creations and published by Fox Interactive, The Tick arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as a platformer. It blends platformer and beat 'em up 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.
Software Creations also made Blaster Master 2, Venom/Spider-Man: Separation Anxiety and Cutthroat Island 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 Tick 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 Tick cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health P1 | FF42BD:3A |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives P1 | FF0993:09 |
| Infinite Arthur Calls P1 | FF0999:09 |
The Tick walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Tick.
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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 Tick FAQ
When did The Tick come out on the Genesis?
The Tick was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994.
Who made The Tick?
It was developed by Software Creations and published by Fox Interactive.
Is The Tick multiplayer?
No. The Tick is a single-player game.
How long does The Tick take to play?
As a platformer, The Tick 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 Tick 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.