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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Fighting
Tongue of the Fatman
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | Brian A. Rice, Inc. |
| Publisher | Razorsoft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990, Tongue of the Fatman is a fighting game developed by Brian A. Rice, Inc. and published by Razorsoft. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Slaughter Sport. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989.
It came out in the Genesis's second year on the market. Other notable Genesis releases from 1990 include Populous, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker and Super Monaco GP.
Brian A. Rice, Inc. also made Home Alone for the Genesis.
Tongue of the Fatman supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Tongue of the Fatman is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
Tongue of the Fatman cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Unlimited Energy | FF2C30:0003 |
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Tongue of the Fatman 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.
Tongue of the Fatman FAQ
When did Tongue of the Fatman come out on the Genesis?
Tongue of the Fatman was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1990; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Tongue of the Fatman?
It was developed by Brian A. Rice, Inc. and published by Razorsoft.
Is Tongue of the Fatman multiplayer?
Yes. Tongue of the Fatman supports up to 2 players.
How long does Tongue of the Fatman take to play?
As a fighting game, Tongue of the Fatman 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 Tongue of the Fatman 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.