Forgotten Worlds, released for the Sega Genesis, is a classic side-scrolling shooter video game that transports players to a post-apocalyptic future where they battle against a variety of enemies to save humanity. Released in 1989, the game is known for its unique rotational joystick control and cooperative gameplay. In Forgotten Worlds, players assume the role of one of two muscle-bound heroes equipped with jetpacks and an array of weapons. Genre-wise, it combines elements of science fiction with intense arcade action, embodying the essence of shoot 'em up games prevalent in that era.