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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Viewpoint
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1992) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Sammy Studios |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994, Viewpoint is a shoot 'em up developed by Sammy Studios and published by SEGA. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer.
Viewpoint 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 dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Viewpoint is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Viewpoint cheats & codes
9 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FF8601:0002 |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | FF882D:04
FF882F:03 |
Viewpoint 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.
Viewpoint FAQ
When did Viewpoint come out on the Genesis?
Viewpoint was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994; the original game dates back to 1992.
Who made Viewpoint?
It was developed by Sammy Studios and published by SEGA.
Is Viewpoint multiplayer?
Yes. Viewpoint supports up to 2 players.
How long does Viewpoint take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Viewpoint 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 Viewpoint 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.