R-Type Classic
Sega Master System · Shoot 'em Up / Platformer
The Terminator
Deep cut
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Platformer |
| Developer | Probe Software |
| Publisher | Virgin |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Terminator |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Sega Master System in 1992, The Terminator is a shoot 'em up developed by Probe Software and published by Virgin. It blends shoot 'em up and platformer elements.
It landed about 6 years into the Master System's life. Other notable Master System releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Prince of Persia and Master of Darkness. Among the 31 Master System shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.
It is part of the Terminator series; on the Master System you can also try Terminator 2: Judgment Day. The series also appears on other systems with The Terminator (Genesis) and Terminator 2: Judgment Day (NES). Probe Software also made Mortal Kombat, Lemmings and Mortal Kombat II 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 The Terminator 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.
The Terminator cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health (137%) | 00CC-1689 |
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The Terminator walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Terminator.
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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.
The Terminator FAQ
When did The Terminator come out on the Master System?
The Terminator was released for the Sega Master System in 1992.
Who made The Terminator?
It was developed by Probe Software and published by Virgin.
Is The Terminator multiplayer?
No. The Terminator is a single-player game.
How long does The Terminator take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, The Terminator 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.
Read more about The Terminator 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.