# The Amazing Spider-Man vs. The Kingpin (Sega Master System) Introduction ## Overview *The Amazing Spider-Man vs. The Kingpin*, released in 1991 for the Sega Master System by Sega and developed by Technopop, is a side-scrolling action game based on Marvel Comics’ Spider-Man. Spider-Man must thwart the Kingpin’s plan to detonate a bomb in New York City while battling villains like Doctor Octopus, Sandman, and Venom (*Wikipedia*). Featuring web-swinging mechanics, exploration, and comic-book-style cutscenes, it was praised for its gameplay (*Sega Pro*: 85/100) but noted for high difficulty (*GameFAQs*). The Master System version is a port of the 1990 Sega Genesis/Mega Drive original, adapted for 8-bit hardware (*Web:8,10*). ## Why Play The Amazing Spider-Man vs. The Kingpin? *The Amazing Spider-Man vs. The Kingpin* delivers thrilling 8-bit action. Players control Spider-Man, swinging through New York’s streets, buildings, and sewers across six levels, using web-based attacks (e.g., web shots, kicks) to fight enemies like thugs and bosses (*GameFAQs*). Collecting web fluid and taking photos for the Daily Bugle add resource management (*Web:8*). The game spans 2-4 hours, with levels lasting 10-20 minutes. Its vibrant sprites and comic-book charm appeal to *Spider-Man (2002, GBA)* and *Dragon Warrior Monsters* fans, distinct from *Need for Speed: Underground 2*’s racing or *Captain Tsubasa V*’s sports RPG (*@RetroGamingX*). ## Key Features - Swing through New York in a 2-4 hour action adventure - Side-scrolling platformer with web-slinging and combat - Battle Kingpin, Venom, Doctor Octopus, and more - Collect web fluid and take photos for resources - 8-bit visuals with comic-book-style cutscenes - Authentic Sega Master System gameplay on our retro ROM platform ## Key Differences: Sega Master System vs. Other Versions - **Sega Master System (1991)**: 8-bit port, simplified graphics, no continue system (*Wikipedia*). - **Compared to Spider-Man (2002, GBA)**: *Kingpin* is 8-bit, shorter; *Spider-Man* is movie-based, 16-bit (*Web:15*). - **Compared to Spider-Man vs. The Kingpin (1990, Genesis)**: Master System has reduced visuals, fewer animations (*Web:10*). - **Compared to Dragon Warrior Monsters (1998, GBC)**: Action vs. monster-collecting RPG (*GameFAQs*). - **Compared to Super Robot Taisen Compact 3 (2003, WonderSwan)**: Platformer vs. tactical RPG (*Sega-16*). - **Compared to Need for Speed: Underground 2 (2004)**: Action vs. racing (*GameSpot*). - **Compared to Captain Tsubasa V (1994, SNES)**: Superhero vs. soccer RPG (*Wikipedia*). - **Other Versions**: Sega Genesis/Mega Drive (1990), Sega CD (1993, with FMV) (*Web:8,10*). ## Play The Amazing Spider-Man vs. The Kingpin Online Play *The Amazing Spider-Man vs. The Kingpin* (1991, Sega Master System) instantly on Classic Joy Games with Master System emulators. Also available on RetroGames.cz, EmulatorGames.net, OldGameShelf.com (4.2/5 from 25 votes), or *cdromance.com*. Physical copies cost $30-$80 (cart) or $100-$200 (CIB) on eBay (*PriceCharting*). Use Fusion or RetroArch. Strategy: Save web fluid for bosses; use wall-crawling to avoid ground enemies. Cheat: At title screen, hold Up + A + B for infinite web fluid (*GameFAQs*). Note: Some emulators may flicker during Sandman’s stage (*vizzed.com*). Join Classic Joy Games and stop Kingpin now!