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Atari Lynx · Shoot 'em Up
Turbo Sub
Deep cut
| System | Atari Lynx |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | NuFX |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Turbo Sub is a shoot 'em up released for the Atari Lynx, developed by NuFX and published by Atari. This Lynx release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1985.
NuFX also made Eye of the Beholder, Xybots and Steel Talons for the Lynx.
Turbo Sub supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Lynx hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Turbo Sub is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Turbo Sub walkthroughs & guides
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Turbo Sub FAQ
Who made Turbo Sub?
It was developed by NuFX and published by Atari.
Is Turbo Sub multiplayer?
Yes. Turbo Sub supports up to 2 players.
How long does Turbo Sub take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Turbo Sub typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Turbo Sub 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.