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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Fighting / Action
World Heroes
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1992) |
| Genre | Fighting, Action |
| Developer | ADK |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | World Heroes |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
World Heroes is a fighting game released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by ADK and published by SEGA. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992. It blends fighting 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.
It is part of the World Heroes series. The series also appears on other systems with World Heroes 2 Jet (Neo Geo) and World Heroes 2 (Neo Geo).
World Heroes 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 prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing World Heroes is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
World Heroes cheats & codes
25 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy P1 | FF0199:4F |
|---|---|
| P1 Dies One Hit | FF0199:00 |
| Infinite Energy P2 | FF1D6F:4F |
| P2 Dies One Hit | FF1D6F:00 |
| Infinite Time (Tens Digit) | FF4062:09 |
| Infinite Time (Ones Digit) | FF4063:09 |
World Heroes walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for World Heroes.
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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.
World Heroes FAQ
When did World Heroes come out on the Genesis?
World Heroes was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994; the original game dates back to 1992.
Who made World Heroes?
It was developed by ADK and published by SEGA.
Is World Heroes multiplayer?
Yes. World Heroes supports up to 2 players.
How long does World Heroes take to play?
As a fighting game, World Heroes 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 World Heroes 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.