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Star Force
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 (originally 1984) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Tehkan Ltd. |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Star Force is a shoot 'em up released in 1985 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Tehkan Ltd. and published by Tecmo. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1984.
It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1985 include Super Mario Bros., Excitebike and Ice Climber.
Star 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 a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the NES 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 Star Force 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.
Star Force cheats & codes
18 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZKEVTVG |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | AEUAUIZA |
| Start With 6 Lives | IEUAUIZA |
| Start With 9 Lives | AEUAUIZE |
| Turbo Speed | VYVEGONN |
| No Enemies After The First Stage! | EYVEGONN |
Star Force walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Star Force.
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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.
Star Force FAQ
When did Star Force come out on the NES?
Star Force was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985; the original game dates back to 1984.
Who made Star Force?
It was developed by Tehkan Ltd. and published by Tecmo.
Is Star Force multiplayer?
No. Star Force is a single-player game.
How long does Star Force take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Star Force 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 Star Force 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.