Sega Master System · Strategy / Action
Aztec Adventure
Deep cut
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Strategy, Action |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by SEGA, Aztec Adventure arrived on the Sega Master System in 1987 as a strategy game. It blends strategy and action elements.
It came out in the Master System's second year on the market. Other notable Master System releases from 1987 include Phantasy Star, Out Run and Alex Kidd: High-Tech World.
SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.
Aztec Adventure is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the Master System hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Aztec Adventure is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Aztec Adventure cheats & codes
15 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 00C1-440A |
|---|---|
| Final Level [Change "A" For Other Levels] | 00C1-460A |
| Infinite Money | 00C1-4C09 |
| Infinite Iron Balls | 00C1-4D09 |
| Infinite Spears | 00C1-4E09 |
| Infinite 4-Directional Iron Balls | 00C1-4F09 |
Aztec Adventure walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Master System games today
The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.
Aztec Adventure FAQ
When did Aztec Adventure come out on the Master System?
Aztec Adventure was released for the Sega Master System in 1987.
Who made Aztec Adventure?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Aztec Adventure multiplayer?
No. Aztec Adventure is a single-player game.
How long does Aztec Adventure take to play?
As a strategy game, Aztec Adventure 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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