Sega CD · Shooter
Midnight Raiders
Deep cut
| System | Sega CD |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Digital Pictures |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Digital Pictures and published by Sega, Midnight Raiders arrived on the Sega CD in 1994 as a shooter.
It landed about 2 years into the Sega CD's life. Other notable Sega CD releases from 1994 include Captain Tsubasa, Battlecorps and Keio Flying Squadron. Among the 7 Sega CD shooters in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
Digital Pictures also made Night Trap, Ground Zero: Texas and Power Factory Featuring C+C Music Factory for the Sega CD.
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 Sega CD hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Midnight Raiders 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.
Midnight Raiders walkthroughs & guides
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Midnight Raiders FAQ
When did Midnight Raiders come out on the Sega CD?
Midnight Raiders was released for the Sega CD in 1994.
Who made Midnight Raiders?
It was developed by Digital Pictures and published by Sega.
Is Midnight Raiders multiplayer?
No. Midnight Raiders is a single-player game.
How long does Midnight Raiders take to play?
As a shooter, Midnight Raiders 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 Midnight Raiders 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.