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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Shooter
True Lies
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | Beam Software |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, True Lies is an action game developed by Beam Software and published by Acclaim. It blends action and shooter elements.
Beam Software also made Radical Rex, Blades of Vengeance and Tom and Jerry: Frantic Antics for the Genesis.
True Lies is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing True Lies 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.
True Lies cheats & codes
31 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Pistol Bullets | FFFB71:15 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | FFFB8B:09 |
| Infinite Health | FFC69F:12 |
| Infinite Grenades | FFFB77:09 |
| Infinite Sub-Machine Gun | FFFB75:1A |
| Fake Infinite Health | FFFBF7:12 |
True Lies walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for True Lies.
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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.
True Lies FAQ
Who made True Lies?
It was developed by Beam Software and published by Acclaim.
Is True Lies multiplayer?
No. True Lies is a single-player game.
How long does True Lies take to play?
As an action game, True Lies 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 True Lies 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.