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Game Boy · Action
After Burst
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Dual Corporation |
| Publisher | Masaya Games |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Game Boy in 1990, After Burst is an action game developed by Dual Corporation and published by Masaya Games.
It came out in the Game Boy's second year on the market. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1990 include DuckTales, The Final Fantasy Legend and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fall of the Foot Clan.
After Burst is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing After Burst 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.
After Burst cheats & codes
9 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 013B9AC9 |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | 0100B6CA |
| Fire Always At Maximum | 0140BACA |
| Infinite Lives | 0109B1CA |
| Infinite Lives | BE0-5BC-3BE |
| Unendlich Leben | 012ACAD5 |
After Burst walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for After Burst.
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
After Burst FAQ
When did After Burst come out on the Game Boy?
After Burst was released for the Game Boy in 1990.
Who made After Burst?
It was developed by Dual Corporation and published by Masaya Games.
Is After Burst multiplayer?
No. After Burst is a single-player game.
How long does After Burst take to play?
As an action game, After Burst 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 After Burst 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.