Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Adventure
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Brøderbund Software |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Carmen Sandiego |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego is an adventure game released in 1995 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Brøderbund Software and published by Electronic Arts.
It landed about 6 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1995 include Mortal Kombat 3, Comix Zone and Ristar.
It is part of the Carmen Sandiego series; on the Genesis you can also try Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego?. The series also appears on other systems with Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? (SNES) and Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? (NES).
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Freeze Time | ALKT-AA9C |
|---|---|
| Master Code | RYPA-66WR |
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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.
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego FAQ
When did Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego come out on the Genesis?
Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1995.
Who made Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego?
It was developed by Brøderbund Software and published by Electronic Arts.
Is Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego multiplayer?
No. Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego is a single-player game.
How long does Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego take to play?
As an adventure game, Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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