Sega Master System · Shooter
Galaxy Force
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | AM R&D Dept. #2 |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Galaxy Force |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by AM R&D Dept. #2 and published by SEGA, Galaxy Force arrived on the Sega Master System in 1989 as a shooter.
It landed about 3 years into the Master System's life. Other notable Master System releases from 1989 include Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap, King's Quest I and Psycho Fox.
It is part of the Galaxy Force series. The series also appears on other systems with Galaxy Force II (Genesis). AM R&D Dept. #2 also made Out Run for the Master System.
Galaxy Force 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 Galaxy Force 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.
Galaxy Force cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 00C0-7F0F |
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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.
Galaxy Force FAQ
When did Galaxy Force come out on the Master System?
Galaxy Force was released for the Sega Master System in 1989.
Who made Galaxy Force?
It was developed by AM R&D Dept. #2 and published by SEGA.
Is Galaxy Force multiplayer?
No. Galaxy Force is a single-player game.
How long does Galaxy Force take to play?
As a shooter, Galaxy Force 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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