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Sega Saturn · Shooter
Tempest 2000
Deep cut
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 (originally 1994) |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Atari Corporation |
| Publisher | Atari Corporation |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Tempest 2000 is a shooter released in 1996 for the Sega Saturn, developed by Atari Corporation. This Saturn release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1994.
It came out in the Saturn's second year on the market. Other notable Saturn releases from 1996 include Guardian Heroes, Saturn Bomberman and Shining the Holy Ark. Among the 24 Saturn shooters in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
Tempest 2000 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've played the Saturn hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Tempest 2000 is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Tempest 2000 cheats & codes
1 codes on file (Action Replay). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Master Code | F6000914
C305
B6002800
0000 |
|---|
Tempest 2000 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Tempest 2000.
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Tempest 2000 FAQ
When did Tempest 2000 come out on the Saturn?
Tempest 2000 was released for the Sega Saturn in 1996; the original game dates back to 1994.
Who made Tempest 2000?
It was developed by Atari Corporation.
Is Tempest 2000 multiplayer?
Yes. Tempest 2000 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Tempest 2000 take to play?
As a shooter, Tempest 2000 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 Tempest 2000 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.