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Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Task Force Harrier EX
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | UPL |
| Publisher | UPL |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991, Task Force Harrier EX is a shoot 'em up developed by UPL. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It landed about 2 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1991 include Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage and Shining in the Darkness.
UPL also made Atomic Robo-Kid 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 Task Force Harrier EX 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.
Task Force Harrier EX cheats & codes
43 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 0024F6:4A38 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Bombs | 0021B2:4A38 |
| Always Keep Extra Aircraft | FF8106:0001 |
| Activate Action Replay For Extra Aircraft | 002048:6002 |
Task Force Harrier EX walkthroughs & guides
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Task Force Harrier EX FAQ
When did Task Force Harrier EX come out on the Genesis?
Task Force Harrier EX was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991.
Who made Task Force Harrier EX?
It was developed by UPL.
Is Task Force Harrier EX multiplayer?
No. Task Force Harrier EX is a single-player game.
How long does Task Force Harrier EX take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Task Force Harrier EX 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 Task Force Harrier EX 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.