Sega Master System · Adventure
Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Venture Technologies |
| Publisher | Parker Brothers |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Carmen Sandiego |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Venture Technologies and published by Parker Brothers, Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? arrived on the Sega Master System in 1989 as an adventure game.
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.
It is part of the Carmen Sandiego series. The series also appears on other systems with Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? (SNES) and Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? (Genesis).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? 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.
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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.
Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? FAQ
When did Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? come out on the Master System?
Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? was released for the Sega Master System in 1989.
Who made Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego??
It was developed by Venture Technologies and published by Parker Brothers.
Is Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? multiplayer?
No. Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? is a single-player game.
How long does Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? take to play?
As an adventure game, Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? 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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