Quartet Master System box art

Sega Master System · Action / Platformer

Quartet

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SystemSega Master System
GenreAction, Platformer
DeveloperSEGA
PublisherSEGA
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Quartet is an action game released for the Sega Master System, developed by SEGA. It blends action and platformer elements.

SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.

Quartet 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 Quartet 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.

Quartet gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

Quartet cheats & codes

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

Infinite Lives00C0-1609
Invincibility - Player 100C2-C110
Infinite Time - Player 100C2-C099
Level Select (Replace ? With 0-5)00C0-0F0?
Level Number (Replace ?)00C0-0E0?

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Quartet 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.

Quartet FAQ

Who made Quartet?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is Quartet multiplayer?

Yes. Quartet supports up to 2 players.

How long does Quartet take to play?

As an action game, Quartet 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 Quartet 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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