Wanted Master System box art

Sega Master System · Action

Wanted

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SystemSega Master System
Released1989
GenreAction
DeveloperSanritsu Denki
PublisherSEGA
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Wanted is an action game released in 1989 for the Sega Master System, developed by Sanritsu Denki and published by SEGA.

It landed about 3 years into the Master System's life. Other notable Master System releases from 1989 include Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap, King's Quest I and Psycho Fox.

Sanritsu Denki also made Aerial Assault, Bank Panic and Assault City for the Master System.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

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've played the Master System hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Wanted 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.

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

Wanted cheats & codes

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

Infinite Energy00C0-5509
Level Select00C0-560?

See all Wanted cheats

Wanted 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.

Wanted FAQ

When did Wanted come out on the Master System?

Wanted was released for the Sega Master System in 1989.

Who made Wanted?

It was developed by Sanritsu Denki and published by SEGA.

Is Wanted multiplayer?

No. Wanted is a single-player game.

How long does Wanted take to play?

As an action game, Wanted 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 Wanted 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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