Xenon 2: Megablast is a vertically scrolling shooter that was initially released for the Amiga and Atari ST. After its release, Xenon 2: Megablast received ports to other consoles like Master System, PC-98, X68000, Mega Drive, Commodore CDTV, Game Boy, Acorn Archimedes, and Atari Jaguar. Xenon 2: Megablast was developed by the Bitmap Brothers and was their third major game.
Once it hit the market, Xenon 2: Megablast was showered with praise from fans and critics. Xenon 2: Megablast received exclusive high scores from critics. The game’s fast-paced action and addictive gameplay made it a must-play game on the Amiga and Atari ST.
Xenon 2: Megablast Premise
Xenon 2: Megablast takes place a full millennium after the events of the first game. The evil aliens known as the Xenites have returned. The Xenites have a new plan to destroy the human race. These aliens have planted five deadly bombs throughout history. It is up to the player to prevent these bombs from going off and to defeat the Xenite army.
Xenon 2: Megablast Main Character
In Xenon 2: Megablast players will take on the role of an unnamed starship pilot who has been sent to disarm the five bombs. Throughout each level, players will pilot the Megablaster, a fully equipped battlecraft. The Megablaster is armed with a raygun and a powerful shield to protect against enemy attacks. Players will need all their skills to survive each level and save the human race.
Xenon 2: Megablast Series
The Xenon series was the first game series developed by the Bitmap Brothers. The very first Xenon game was released in 1988 and followed the player’s fight against the Xenites. After Xenon, the Bitmap Brothers went on to develop a number of shooters and action games. A list of every game developed by the Bitmap Brothers can be found below.
- Xenon (1988)
- Speedball (1988)
- Xenon II: Megablast (1989)
- Cadaver (1990)
- Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe (1990)
- Cadaver: The Payoff (1991)
- Gods (1991)
- Magic Pockets (1991)
- The Chaos Engine (Soldiers of Fortune) (1993, 2013)
- The Chaos Engine 2 (1996)
- Z (1996)
- Speedball 2100 (2000)
- Xenon 2000 (2000)
- Z: Steel Soldiers (2001)
- World War II: Frontline Command (2003)
Xenon 2: Megablast Cheat Codes
There are multiple cheat codes that players can access in Xenon 2: Megablast. These cheat codes allow players to skip levels, become immune to damage, or unlock unlimited lives. Each of the different versions has their own unique cheat codes. Thankfully, we’ve broken down each cheat code by platform for your convenience.
Amiga:
| Effect | Code |
|---|---|
| Skip levels by pressing N | Pause the game and type “RUSSIAN AIR”. |
Game Boy:
| Effect | Code |
|---|---|
| Invicibility | At the title screen, press Down, Up, Left, Right, B, Select, Up, B. |
Genesis:
| Effect | Code |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | Begin playing the game and get on the high score screen. Enter ARM as your initials. Play again and qualify for another high score that is lower than the previous attempt. Enter OUR as your initials. Then press the Reset button on the Genesis when demonstration mode begins. Begin a new game with invincibility enabled. |
| Unlimited Lives | Begin playing the game get on the high score screen. Enter OLD as your initials. Play again and qualify for another high score that is lower than the previous attempt. Enter AGE as your initials. Press Reset on the Genesis when demonstration mode begins. Begin a new game, and you’ll have unlimited lives enabled. |
Xenon 2: Megablast Cheat Code FAQ
Does Xenon 2: Megablast have any cheat codes?
Yes, Xenon 2: Megablast has multiple in-game cheat codes that players can activate. With these cheat codes, players can become invulnerable, have unlimited lives, or completely skip levels. Each version of Xenon 2: Megablast has different cheat codes depending on the platform.
Are these cheat codes permanent?
Luckily, the cheat codes in Xenon 2: Megablast are not permanent. If you no longer want them active, just reenter the codes that turned them on. You can also reset the game in order to deactivate the cheat codes.
How long does it take to beat Xenon 2: Megablast?
Xenon 2: Megablast is a very short game that players can beat in a single sitting. According to HowLongtoBeat.com, it takes about an hour to completely finish Xenon 2: Megablast. Most scrolling shooters that came out around this time were about the same length.
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