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Sega Master System · Platformer
Batman Returns
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Aspect |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Batman |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Aspect and published by SEGA, Batman Returns arrived on the Sega Master System in 1993 as a platformer.
It landed about 7 years into the Master System's life. Other notable Master System releases from 1993 include Sonic Chaos, James Bond 007: The Duel and Winter Olympics.
It is part of the Batman series. The series also appears on other systems with Batman: The Video Game (NES) and Batman Forever (SNES). Aspect also made Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Sonic Chaos and Sonic Blast for the Master System.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Master System hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Batman Returns is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Batman Returns cheats & codes
11 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 00D2-9B99 |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | 00D5-0340 |
| Stage Select (Replace ? With 0-4) | 00D2-980? |
| Batarang Power | 00D2-A5?? |
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Sonic Chaos Classic
Sonic Blast Classic
Sonic the Hedgehog Classic
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Dynamite Headdy Classic
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.
Batman Returns FAQ
When did Batman Returns come out on the Master System?
Batman Returns was released for the Sega Master System in 1993.
Who made Batman Returns?
It was developed by Aspect and published by SEGA.
Is Batman Returns multiplayer?
No. Batman Returns is a single-player game.
How long does Batman Returns take to play?
As a platformer, Batman Returns 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.
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