JJ
The playable White Knight and the central hero, armed with a laser weapon and tasked with infiltrating the enemy base.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move |
|---|---|
Button 1 | Fire the laser |
Button 2 | Jump |
Pause | Pause the game |
Control notes
Controls refer to the original Sega Master System controller.
How it plays
How does Zillion play?
JJ explores a large enemy complex through connected rooms viewed from a side-scrolling perspective. The main objectives are to locate cards, activate terminals, open doors, rescue imprisoned allies, and reach the final confrontation.
Players move, jump, fire the gun, avoid hazards, and search suspicious-looking areas. Passwords preserve progress between sessions, while ammunition and health management make careful exploration important. The game is primarily a single-player adventure with no selectable multiplayer mode.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Zillion?
Search every accessible room before pushing deeper into the base. Cards and terminals often determine which routes can be opened, so revisit earlier areas after obtaining new access.
Conserve ammunition and health when possible, learn enemy patterns, and use passwords to record progress. Avoid rushing jumps near hazards; controlled movement is safer than continuous firing and charging forward.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Apple
A White Knight member who is captured during the mission and must be rescued.
Champ
Another White Knight member held inside the base and involved in the rescue objective.
Documented inputs
What cheats and unlocks are documented?
Documented unlockProgress can be continued with a password system.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Map the room connections and note doors that cannot yet be opened.
- 2
Look for cards and terminals before assuming an area is complete.
- 3
Record passwords carefully because they are the main continuation system.
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