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Sega Master System · Platformer / Puzzle
Penguin Land
Deep cut
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Platformer, Puzzle, Action |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Penguin Land is a platformer released in 1987 for the Sega Master System, developed by SEGA. It blends platformer, puzzle 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.
Penguin Land 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)
- 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 Penguin Land 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.
Penguin Land cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 00C1-1D63 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Eggs (Lives) | 00C1-1909 |
| No Penguin | 00C4-0105 |
| Infinite Polar Bears (In Map Design) | 00C1-A205 |
Penguin Land walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Penguin Land.
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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.
Penguin Land FAQ
When did Penguin Land come out on the Master System?
Penguin Land was released for the Sega Master System in 1987.
Who made Penguin Land?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Penguin Land multiplayer?
No. Penguin Land is a single-player game.
How long does Penguin Land take to play?
As a platformer, Penguin Land 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 Penguin Land 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.