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Sega Master System · Action / Platformer
Ghost House
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Released for the Sega Master System in 1986, Ghost House is an action game developed by SEGA. It blends action and platformer elements.
It belongs to the Master System's earliest wave of games. Other notable Master System releases from 1986 include Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Black Belt and Fantasy Zone. Among the 64 Master System action games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.
Ghost House 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Ghost House 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.
Ghost House cheats & codes
7 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 00C1-F590 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 00C1-BA09 |
Ghost House walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Ghost House.
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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.
Ghost House FAQ
When did Ghost House come out on the Master System?
Ghost House was released for the Sega Master System in 1986.
Who made Ghost House?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Ghost House multiplayer?
Yes. Ghost House supports up to 2 players.
How long does Ghost House take to play?
As an action game, Ghost House 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 Ghost House 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.