Sega Master System · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Submarine Attack
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Submarine Attack is a shoot 'em up released in 1990 for the Sega Master System, developed by SEGA. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It landed about 4 years into the Master System's life. Other notable Master System releases from 1990 include Columns, Alex Kidd in Shinobi World and Super Monaco GP.
SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.
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 Master System 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 Submarine Attack 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.
Submarine Attack cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 00C0-2809 |
|---|
Submarine Attack walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Submarine Attack.
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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.
Submarine Attack FAQ
When did Submarine Attack come out on the Master System?
Submarine Attack was released for the Sega Master System in 1990.
Who made Submarine Attack?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Submarine Attack multiplayer?
No. Submarine Attack is a single-player game.
How long does Submarine Attack take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Submarine Attack 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.
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