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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Grind Stormer
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1993) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Toaplan |
| Publisher | Tengen |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Toaplan and published by Tengen, Grind Stormer arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994 as a shoot 'em up. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer.
Toaplan also made Zero Wing, Hellfire and Snow Bros.: Nick and Tom for the Genesis.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 Genesis 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 Grind Stormer 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.
Grind Stormer cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Ships | FFD945:09 |
|---|---|
| Infinite "B" (Explosive Blasts) | FFD947:06 |
Grind Stormer walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Genesis games today
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Grind Stormer FAQ
When did Grind Stormer come out on the Genesis?
Grind Stormer was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994; the original game dates back to 1993.
Who made Grind Stormer?
It was developed by Toaplan and published by Tengen.
Is Grind Stormer multiplayer?
No. Grind Stormer is a single-player game.
How long does Grind Stormer take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Grind Stormer 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 Grind Stormer 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.