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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · RPG
Valis
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Riot |
| Publisher | Renovation Products |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Valis |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991, Valis is a role-playing game developed by Riot and published by Renovation Products.
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.
It is part of the Valis series; on the Genesis you can also try Valis III, Valis: The Fantasm Soldier and Syd of 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 an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Valis is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Valis cheats & codes
34 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | FFF443:20 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Magic | FFF447:18 |
| Have Full Powered Sword Shot | FFF455:03 |
| Have All Magic | FFF45F:06 |
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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.
Valis FAQ
When did Valis come out on the Genesis?
Valis was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991.
Who made Valis?
It was developed by Riot and published by Renovation Products.
Is Valis multiplayer?
No. Valis is a single-player game.
How long does Valis take to play?
As a role-playing game, Valis typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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