Gex Saturn box art

Sega Saturn · Platformer

Gex

Certified classic

SystemSega Saturn
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperCrystal Dynamics
PublisherRockstar Games
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesGex
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 8

Released for the Sega Saturn, Gex is a platformer developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Rockstar Games.

Among the 27 Saturn platformers in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.

It is part of the Gex series. The series also appears on other systems with Gex (PS1) and Gex (3DO). Crystal Dynamics also made 3D Baseball and Titan Wars for the Saturn.

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

Pick it if…

  • you want to run, jump and explore
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you want to experience one of the Saturn's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Gex is like

Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.

Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.

Gex gameplay screenshot on Saturn
In-game screenshot (Saturn)

Gex cheats & codes

2 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Master Codeb60028000000
Infinite Lives160703160099

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Gex walkthroughs & guides

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Gex FAQ

Who made Gex?

It was developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Rockstar Games.

Is Gex multiplayer?

No. Gex is a single-player game.

How long does Gex take to play?

As a platformer, Gex typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Gex 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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