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Sega Master System · Action / Shoot 'em Up
Choplifter
Deep cut
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Choplifter |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Sega Master System, Choplifter is an action game developed by SEGA. This Master System release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1982. It blends action and shoot 'em up elements.
Among the 64 Master System action games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the Choplifter series. The series also appears on other systems with Choplifter (5200) and Choplifter (ColecoVision). SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.
Choplifter supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the Master System hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Choplifter 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.
Choplifter cheats & codes
13 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| 0 Dead | 00C2-9200 |
|---|---|
| Safe Modifier | 00C2-91XX |
| Load Modifier | 00C2-90XX |
| Infinite Lives | 00C2-9B0C |
| Canââ¬â¢t Crash Or Be Shot Down | 00C0-E000 |
Choplifter walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Choplifter.
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Playing Master System games today
The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.
Choplifter FAQ
Who made Choplifter?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Choplifter multiplayer?
Yes. Choplifter supports up to 2 players.
How long does Choplifter take to play?
As an action game, Choplifter 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 Choplifter 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.