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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shoot 'em Up
Xenon 2: Megablast
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | The Bitmap Brothers |
| Publisher | Virgin Games |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Xenon |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by The Bitmap Brothers and published by Virgin Games, Xenon 2: Megablast arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992 as a shoot 'em up. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989.
It landed about 3 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Lemmings and Streets of Rage 2.
It is part of the Xenon series. The series also appears on other systems with Xenon 2: Megablast (Master System) and Xenon 2 (Game Boy). The Bitmap Brothers also made The Chaos Engine and Soldiers of Fortune for the Genesis.
Xenon 2: Megablast 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 Xenon 2: Megablast 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.
Xenon 2: Megablast cheats & codes
8 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | FF0835:27 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | FF0839:09 |
Xenon 2: Megablast walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Genesis games today
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Xenon 2: Megablast FAQ
When did Xenon 2: Megablast come out on the Genesis?
Xenon 2: Megablast was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1992; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Xenon 2: Megablast?
It was developed by The Bitmap Brothers and published by Virgin Games.
Is Xenon 2: Megablast multiplayer?
Yes. Xenon 2: Megablast supports up to 2 players.
How long does Xenon 2: Megablast take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Xenon 2: Megablast 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 Xenon 2: Megablast 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.