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Ristar

Released

  • Linux
  • Wii
  • Sega Mega Drive/Genesis
  • Android
  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • iOS
  • Mac

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About

Ristar is a platform game developed and published by Sega for the Sega Genesis in 1995. A Sega Game Gear game, of the same name and genre, Ristar, was also released, which shared similar themes while possessing different level design and gameplay mechanics. The game stars an anthropomorphic cartoon star who uses his hands and long, stretchable arms to both move and combat enemies. Reception for the game has been generally positive, but the game's initial release was overshadowed due to the imminent ending of the Genesis's lifecycle and the succession of the Sega Saturn and other fifth generation video game consoles. While never receiving any sequels, Sega has re-released the game a number of times digitally and on Sega-themed compilations, and has occasionally given Ristar himself cameos in other Sega properties.

Developer
Sega Enterprises, Ltd.
Publisher
Tec Toy, Sega Enterprises, Ltd., Sega Corporation, Sega, Sega Games
Genres
Platform, Adventure
Themes
Action, Science fiction
Modes
Single player
Perspective
Side view
Age ratings
PEGI 3, ESRB E
IGDB rating
71 / 100 (53 ratings)
Also known as
Ristar Classic, Ristar the Shooting Star, Dexstar

Release dates

PlatformRelease
Android
iOS
Linux
Mac
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Sega Mega Drive/Genesis · North America · Japan · Europe · Brazil
Wii · Japan · North America · Europe

Screenshots

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