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Sega Master System · Platformer
Star Wars
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| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Tiertex |
| Publisher | U.S. Gold |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Star Wars |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Sega Master System in 1993, Star Wars is a platformer developed by Tiertex and published by U.S. Gold. This Master System release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991.
It landed about 7 years into the Master System's life. Other notable Master System releases from 1993 include Sonic Chaos, James Bond 007: The Duel and Winter Olympics.
It is part of the Star Wars series. The series also appears on other systems with Star Wars Episode I: Racer (N64) and Star Wars: Rogue Squadron (N64). Tiertex also made Winter Olympics, World Cup USA '94 and Heroes of the Lance for the Master System.
Star Wars is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- 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 get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Star Wars is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Star Wars cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 00DA-6F01 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Energy | 00DA-6510 |
Star Wars walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Star Wars.
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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.
Star Wars FAQ
When did Star Wars come out on the Master System?
Star Wars was released for the Sega Master System in 1993; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made Star Wars?
It was developed by Tiertex and published by U.S. Gold.
Is Star Wars multiplayer?
No. Star Wars is a single-player game.
How long does Star Wars take to play?
As a platformer, Star Wars 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 Star Wars 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.