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Sega Master System · Platformer / Beat 'em Up
Ghouls 'n Ghosts
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer, Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Ghost'n Goblins |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Developed by SEGA, Ghouls 'n Ghosts arrived on the Sega Master System as a platformer. It blends platformer and beat 'em up elements.
Among the 66 Master System platformers in our database, it ranks #25 by legacy score.
It is part of the Ghost'n Goblins series. The series also appears on other systems with Ghouls 'n Ghosts (Genesis) and Super Ghouls 'n Ghosts (SNES). SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.
Ghouls 'n Ghosts is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ghouls 'n Ghosts 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.
Ghouls 'n Ghosts cheats & codes
30 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 00C0-3309 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Hits | 00C0-4C01 |
| Fire & Thunder Magic Stays Full | 00C0-4B40 |
| Arthur Starts With X Weapon | 00C0-41?? |
| Arthur Starts With X Helmet | 00C0-42?? |
| Arthur Starts With X Armor | 00C0-43?? |
Ghouls 'n Ghosts walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Ghouls 'n Ghosts.
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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.
Ghouls 'n Ghosts FAQ
Who made Ghouls 'n Ghosts?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Ghouls 'n Ghosts multiplayer?
No. Ghouls 'n Ghosts is a single-player game.
How long does Ghouls 'n Ghosts take to play?
As a platformer, Ghouls 'n Ghosts 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 Ghouls 'n Ghosts 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.