Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Platformer
X-Men
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Western Technologies |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | X-Men |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
X-Men is an action game released in 1993 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by Western Technologies and published by SEGA. It blends action and platformer elements.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball. Among the 111 Genesis action games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the X-Men series; on the Genesis you can also try X-Men 2: Clone Wars. The series also appears on other systems with The Uncanny X-Men (NES) and X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse (SNES). Western Technologies also made Spider-Man Animated Series, Menacer 6-game cartridge and Outback Joey for the Genesis.
X-Men supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing X-Men is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
X-Men cheats & codes
92 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health P1 | FFD62B:20 |
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X-Men walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for X-Men.
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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.
X-Men FAQ
When did X-Men come out on the Genesis?
X-Men was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made X-Men?
It was developed by Western Technologies and published by SEGA.
Is X-Men multiplayer?
Yes. X-Men supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does X-Men take to play?
As an action game, X-Men typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about X-Men 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.