Wirehead Sega CD box art

Sega CD · Horror / Adventure

Wirehead

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SystemSega CD
Released1995
GenreHorror, Adventure
PublisherSega
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Wirehead is a horror game released in 1995 for the Sega CD, published by Sega. It blends horror and adventure elements.

It landed about 3 years into the Sega CD's life. Other notable Sega CD releases from 1995 include Eternal Champions: Challenge from the Dark Side and Dungeon Explorer.

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

Pick it if…

  • you want to be spooked
  • 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 scare easily or dislike scarce resources
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Wirehead is like

Horror games build dread through atmosphere, limited resources and enemies you would rather avoid than fight. Survival horror in particular makes every bullet count.

Tip for newcomers: Conserve ammunition and healing items, explore carefully, and play with the lights off for the full effect.

Wirehead gameplay screenshot on Sega CD
In-game screenshot (Sega CD)

Wirehead walkthroughs & guides

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Wirehead FAQ

When did Wirehead come out on the Sega CD?

Wirehead was released for the Sega CD in 1995.

Who made Wirehead?

published by Sega.

Is Wirehead multiplayer?

No. Wirehead is a single-player game.

How long does Wirehead take to play?

As a horror game, Wirehead 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 Wirehead 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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