Opa-opa Master System box art

Sega Master System · Action

Opa-opa

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SystemSega Master System
Released1987
GenreAction
DeveloperSEGA
PublisherSEGA
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesFantasy Zone
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Opa-opa is an action game released in 1987 for the Sega Master System, developed by SEGA. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Fantasy Zone: The Maze.

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.

It is part of the Fantasy Zone series; on the Master System you can also try Fantasy Zone, Galactic Protector and Fantasy Zone II. The series also appears on other systems with Super Fantasy Zone (Genesis) and Fantasy Zone (NES). SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.

Opa-opa 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
  • you've played the Master System hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Opa-opa 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.

Opa-opa gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

Opa-opa cheats & codes

9 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite Lives - Player 100C0-6705
Infinite Lives - Player 200C0-6805
Final Round (51)00C0-4C32 00C0-4D33

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Opa-opa 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.

Opa-opa FAQ

When did Opa-opa come out on the Master System?

Opa-opa was released for the Sega Master System in 1987.

Who made Opa-opa?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is Opa-opa multiplayer?

Yes. Opa-opa supports up to 2 players.

How long does Opa-opa take to play?

As an action game, Opa-opa 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 Opa-opa 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.

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