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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Adventure
X-Perts
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| Developer | Abalone |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1996, X-Perts is an action game developed by Abalone and published by SEGA. It blends action and adventure elements.
It landed about 7 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1996 include Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3, Worms and International Superstar Soccer Deluxe.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing X-Perts 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-Perts cheats & codes
13 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy Zach | FF92A7:78 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Ammo Zach | FF92AD:63 |
| Infinite Energy Tashile | FF9789:64 |
| Infinite Ammo Taschile | FF978F:63 |
| Infinite Energy Shadow | FF9C6B:4B |
| Infinite Ammo Shadow | FF9C71:63 |
X-Perts walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for X-Perts.
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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-Perts FAQ
When did X-Perts come out on the Genesis?
X-Perts was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1996.
Who made X-Perts?
It was developed by Abalone and published by SEGA.
Is X-Perts multiplayer?
No. X-Perts is a single-player game.
How long does X-Perts take to play?
As an action game, X-Perts 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-Perts 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.