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Sega Master System · Action / Action-Adventure
Spy vs. Spy
Certified classic
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Action, Action-Adventure, Board, Card & Party |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Spy vs. Spy |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Released for the Sega Master System in 1985, Spy vs. Spy is an action game developed by SEGA. It blends action, action-adventure and board, card & party elements.
It belongs to the Master System's earliest wave of games. Other notable Master System releases from 1985 include Hang-On, Teddy Boy Blues and Transbot. Among the 64 Master System action games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
It is part of the Spy vs. Spy series. The series also appears on other systems with Spy vs. Spy (NES) and Spy vs. Spy (GBC). SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.
Spy vs. Spy 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 want to experience one of the Master System's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Spy vs. Spy 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.
Spy vs. Spy cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Round Modifier (0 - 7) | 00C1-120X |
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Spy vs. Spy walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Spy vs. Spy.
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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.
Spy vs. Spy FAQ
When did Spy vs. Spy come out on the Master System?
Spy vs. Spy was released for the Sega Master System in 1985.
Who made Spy vs. Spy?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Spy vs. Spy multiplayer?
Yes. Spy vs. Spy supports up to 2 players.
How long does Spy vs. Spy take to play?
As an action game, Spy vs. Spy 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 Spy vs. Spy 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.