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Toxic Crusaders
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Action, Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Infogrames |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Toxic Crusaders |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992, Toxic Crusaders is an action game developed by Infogrames. It blends action and beat 'em up elements.
It landed about 3 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Lemmings and Streets of Rage 2.
It is part of the Toxic Crusaders series. The series also appears on other systems with Toxic Crusaders (NES) and Toxic Crusaders (Game Boy). Infogrames also made Tintin in Tibet, The Smurfs and Spirou for the Genesis.
Toxic Crusaders 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Toxic Crusaders is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Toxic Crusaders cheats & codes
13 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health P1 | FF24FB:1F |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives P1 | FF2520:09 |
| Infinite Time To Continue | FF255B:09 |
Toxic Crusaders 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.
Toxic Crusaders FAQ
When did Toxic Crusaders come out on the Genesis?
Toxic Crusaders was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992.
Who made Toxic Crusaders?
It was developed by Infogrames.
Is Toxic Crusaders multiplayer?
Yes. Toxic Crusaders supports up to 2 players.
How long does Toxic Crusaders take to play?
As an action game, Toxic Crusaders 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.
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