Desert Strike Master System box art

Sega Master System · Shooter

Desert Strike

SystemSega Master System
GenreShooter
DeveloperThe Kremlin
PublisherDomark
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by The Kremlin and published by Domark, Desert Strike arrived on the Sega Master System as a shooter.

The Kremlin also made James Bond 007: The Duel, Pit-Fighter and Super Space Invaders for the Master System.

Desert Strike 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you've played the Master System hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Desert Strike is like

Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.

Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.

Desert Strike gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

Desert Strike cheats & codes

21 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:

Infinite Lives00CE-D509
Infinite Fuel00CE-D98F
Infinite Hydras00CE-DD37
Infinite Hellfires00CE-DE09
Campaign 2 - Scud Buster00CE-EF01
Campaign 3 - Embassy City00CE-EF02

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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.

Desert Strike FAQ

Who made Desert Strike?

It was developed by The Kremlin and published by Domark.

Is Desert Strike multiplayer?

No. Desert Strike is a single-player game.

How long does Desert Strike take to play?

As a shooter, Desert Strike 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.

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