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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Solar Jetman
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Rareware |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Jetman |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Solar Jetman is a shoot 'em up released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Solar Jetman: Hunt for the Golden Warpship. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
It is part of the Jetman series. The series also appears on other systems with Solar Jetman (C64) and Jetpac (C64). Rareware also made Battletoads, Battletoads & Double Dragon and Cobra Triangle for the NES.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Solar Jetman 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.
Solar Jetman cheats & codes
52 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Only 1 Ship And 1 Life | PAKSZLGA |
|---|---|
| 8 Ships And 8 Lives | AAKSZLGE |
| Infinite Lives | SZXONIVG |
| Minimum Damage Taken From Walls | AEXXAVNY |
| Start On Level 3 | ZASSTLAA |
| Start On Level 6 | IASSTLAA |
Solar Jetman walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Solar Jetman.
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Solar Jetman FAQ
When did Solar Jetman come out on the NES?
Solar Jetman was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Solar Jetman?
It was developed by Rareware and published by Nintendo.
Is Solar Jetman multiplayer?
No. Solar Jetman is a single-player game.
How long does Solar Jetman take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Solar Jetman 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 Solar Jetman 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.