Alien Soldier Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Action / Shooter
Gunstar Heroes
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | Treasure |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E10+ |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 14 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993, Gunstar Heroes is an action game developed by Treasure and published by SEGA. It blends action and shooter elements.
It landed about 4 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1993 include Mortal Kombat, Flashback and Sonic the Hedgehog Spinball. Among the 111 Genesis action games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
Treasure also made Dynamite Headdy, Alien Soldier and Light Crusader for the Genesis.
Gunstar Heroes supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 want a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Gunstar Heroes 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.
Gunstar Heroes cheats & codes
112 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Life P1 | FFA424:03E7 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Life P2 | FFA625:FF |
| One Hit Kills Boss | FFC9A4:0000 |
| P1 Primary Weapon Modifier | FFA46F:XX |
| P1 Secondary Weapon Modifier | FFA471:XX |
| P1 Shot Type Modifier | FFA4CB:XX |
Gunstar Heroes walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Gunstar Heroes.
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Gunstar Heroes FAQ
When did Gunstar Heroes come out on the Genesis?
Gunstar Heroes was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1993.
Who made Gunstar Heroes?
It was developed by Treasure and published by SEGA.
Is Gunstar Heroes multiplayer?
Yes. Gunstar Heroes supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Gunstar Heroes take to play?
As an action game, Gunstar Heroes 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 Gunstar Heroes 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.