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Game Boy · Shoot 'em Up
StarHawk
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | NMS Software |
| Publisher | Accolade |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy, StarHawk is a shoot 'em up developed by NMS Software and published by Accolade.
NMS Software also made Star Wars, Disney's Aladdin and Pinocchio for the Game Boy.
StarHawk 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing StarHawk 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.
StarHawk cheats & codes
16 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | FAA-2CF-4C1 |
|---|---|
| Inpenetrable Shield | 008-C0F-19E |
| Infinite Continues | 006-92F-F7D |
| Keep Power-Ups When You Die | FAF-15F-4C1 |
| Start With 8 Lives | 081-C1F-E66 |
| Start With 10 Lives | 0A1-C1F-E66 |
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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.
StarHawk FAQ
Who made StarHawk?
It was developed by NMS Software and published by Accolade.
Is StarHawk multiplayer?
No. StarHawk is a single-player game.
How long does StarHawk take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, StarHawk 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.
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