Play Awesome Possum (Beta) Online

Awesome Possum was a beta release for the Sega Genesis, developed by Tengen and intended as a platformer in the era of mascot-driven action games. It never saw a full commercial launch, leaving it as an unfinished curiosity among the system's library.

You control a fast-talking possum who runs, jumps, and bounces off enemies and objects across side-scrolling stages. The goal is to defeat Dr. Machino and rescue endangered animals, using mechanics like ricocheting off tires and trash cans to gain height, and collecting recyclable items for points. The game moves quickly, though the controls can feel loose and unpredictable, making precision challenging. It’s an odd, energetic experience that doesn’t always control smoothly but has a strange charm in its speed and environmental theme.