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Game Boy Color · Action / Simulation
F-18 Thunder Strike
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| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Simulation |
| Developer | Morning Star Multimedia |
| Publisher | Majesco |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Morning Star Multimedia and published by Majesco, F-18 Thunder Strike arrived on the Game Boy Color as an action game. It blends action and simulation elements.
Morning Star Multimedia also made Centipede, 10 Pin Bowling and NASCAR Challenge for the GBC.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing F-18 Thunder Strike is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
F-18 Thunder Strike cheats & codes
9 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Sparrow Missiles | 016387CA |
|---|---|
| Infinite Sidewinder Missiles | 016388cA |
| Infinite Fuel | 01FF8BCA
01FF8DCA |
F-18 Thunder Strike walkthroughs & guides
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Playing GBC games today
GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.
F-18 Thunder Strike FAQ
Who made F-18 Thunder Strike?
It was developed by Morning Star Multimedia and published by Majesco.
How long does F-18 Thunder Strike take to play?
As an action game, F-18 Thunder Strike typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about F-18 Thunder Strike 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.