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Zaxxon 3-D
Zaxxon 3-D is an action game developed by SEGA and released in 1987 for the Master System. Players pilot a spacecraft through isometric-perspective levels, navigating around obstacles, walls, and enemy fire. The game employs a distinctive angled, three-dimensional view that creates depth as you fly forward through fortress-like environments. Controlling your ship requires managing altitude and horizontal position simultaneously—pressing buttons adjusts your height while the d-pad steers left and right. Each level tasks you with flying through a base or structure, avoiding collisions and destroying enemies with your weapons. The difficulty escalates across stages as enemies become more aggressive and level layouts more complex. Success demands quick reflexes and careful navigation through increasingly cramped spaces as you progress.
- Developer
- SEGA
- Released
- 1987
- Platform
- Master System
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 1P
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 (1.2K)
- Last updated
Zaxxon 3-D Controls — Master System Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Zaxxon 3-D on our in-browser Master System emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | 1 | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | 2 | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| Enter | Pause | Start / Pause |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
Zaxxon 3-D Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Zaxxon 3-D on Master System before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"Zaxxon 3-D" Master System longplay 1987
Zaxxon 3-D Cheat Codes
6 community-curated cheats for Zaxxon 3-D. Tick any to activate them automatically when you click "Play with cheats" — or copy a code into your own emulator.
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Infinite Lives
00C0-A3063A1-5BB-2A2 -
Infinite Fuel
00C0-AE202A7-C5D-6E2 -
Play In 2-D Mode
00C0-02FF -
Start On Round 9
00C0-AA09+00C0-AB08 -
Enable 2-D Mode
181-E5F-6EA+180-56E-6EA+C9B-47E-E6900C0-02FF181-E5F-6EA+180-67E-6EA+C9B-73E-E69 -
Invincibility
7E4-D1D-3B7
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zaxxon 3-D released?
Zaxxon 3-D was released in 1987 for the Master System.
Who developed Zaxxon 3-D?
Zaxxon 3-D was developed by SEGA, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Zaxxon 3-D support?
Zaxxon 3-D is a single-player Action game for the Master System.
What type of game is Zaxxon 3-D?
Zaxxon 3-D is a Action game for the Master System, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Zaxxon 3-D for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Zaxxon 3-D runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Zaxxon 3-D in the browser?
No. Zaxxon 3-D streams from a public archive into a browser-side Master System emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Zaxxon 3-D?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original Master System cartridge supported.
Does Zaxxon 3-D work on mobile devices?
Yes — the Master System emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play Zaxxon 3-D this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Zaxxon 3-D. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
