Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action-Adventure / Adventure
Valis: The Fantasm Soldier
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Adventure, RPG |
| Developer | Riot |
| Publisher | Renovation Products |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Valis |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Valis: The Fantasm Soldier is an action-adventure game released in 1991 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Riot and published by Renovation Products. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987. It blends action-adventure, adventure and RPG elements.
It landed about 2 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1991 include Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage and Shining in the Darkness. Among the 18 Genesis action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the Valis series; on the Genesis you can also try Valis III, Syd of Valis and Valis. The series also appears on other systems with Valis: The Fantasm Soldier (NES) and Super Valis IV (SNES).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Valis: The Fantasm Soldier is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Valis: The Fantasm Soldier cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite HP | BCDT-AA2C |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | A2GA-AA66 |
| Infinite MP | AKEA-AA9Y |
Valis: The Fantasm Soldier walkthroughs & guides
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Valis: The Fantasm Soldier FAQ
When did Valis: The Fantasm Soldier come out on the Genesis?
Valis: The Fantasm Soldier was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Valis: The Fantasm Soldier?
It was developed by Riot and published by Renovation Products.
Is Valis: The Fantasm Soldier multiplayer?
No. Valis: The Fantasm Soldier is a single-player game.
How long does Valis: The Fantasm Soldier take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Valis: The Fantasm Soldier typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Valis: The Fantasm Soldier 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.