Sega Master System · Adventure
Super Wonder Boy: Monster World
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Shimada Kikaku |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Wonder Boy |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Sega Master System in 1988, Super Wonder Boy: Monster World is an adventure game developed by Shimada Kikaku and published by SEGA.
It landed about 2 years into the Master System's life. Other notable Master System releases from 1988 include Double Dragon, R-Type and Shinobi.
It is part of the Wonder Boy series; on the Master System you can also try Wonder Boy in Monster Land, Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap and Wonder Boy in Monster World. The series also appears on other systems with Monster World IV (Genesis) and Wonder Boy in Monster World (Genesis).
Super Wonder Boy: Monster World is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the Master System hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Super Wonder Boy: Monster World is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Super Wonder Boy: Monster World cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Always Have 99 Gold | 00C0-B999 |
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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.
Super Wonder Boy: Monster World FAQ
When did Super Wonder Boy: Monster World come out on the Master System?
Super Wonder Boy: Monster World was released for the Sega Master System in 1988.
Who made Super Wonder Boy: Monster World?
It was developed by Shimada Kikaku and published by SEGA.
Is Super Wonder Boy: Monster World multiplayer?
No. Super Wonder Boy: Monster World is a single-player game.
How long does Super Wonder Boy: Monster World take to play?
As an adventure game, Super Wonder Boy: Monster World typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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