Z Saturn box art

Sega Saturn · Strategy

Z

Deep cut

SystemSega Saturn
GenreStrategy
DeveloperThe Bitmap Brothers
PublisherVirgin Interactive
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Released for the Sega Saturn, Z is a strategy game developed by The Bitmap Brothers and published by Virgin Interactive.

Among the 12 Saturn strategy games in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.

Z supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Saturn hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead

What playing Z is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

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

Z walkthroughs & guides

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Z FAQ

Who made Z?

It was developed by The Bitmap Brothers and published by Virgin Interactive.

Is Z multiplayer?

Yes. Z supports up to 2 players.

How long does Z take to play?

As a strategy game, Z 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 Z 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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