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Atari Lynx · Simulation / Shoot 'em Up

Steel Talons

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SystemAtari Lynx
GenreSimulation, Shoot 'em Up
DeveloperNuFX
PublisherAtari
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Atari Lynx, Steel Talons is a simulation game developed by NuFX and published by Atari. It blends simulation and shoot 'em up elements.

NuFX also made Eye of the Beholder, Xybots and Turbo Sub for the Lynx.

Steel Talons is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the Lynx hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Steel Talons is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

Steel Talons gameplay screenshot on Lynx
In-game screenshot (Lynx)

Steel Talons walkthroughs & guides

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Steel Talons FAQ

Who made Steel Talons?

It was developed by NuFX and published by Atari.

Is Steel Talons multiplayer?

No. Steel Talons is a single-player game.

How long does Steel Talons take to play?

As a simulation game, Steel Talons typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Steel Talons on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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