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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shooter / Simulation
Star Luster
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Genre | Shooter, Simulation |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Namco, Star Luster arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985 as a shooter. It blends shooter and simulation elements.
It belongs to the NES's earliest wave of games. Other notable NES releases from 1985 include Super Mario Bros., Excitebike and Ice Climber. Among the 33 NES shooters in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
Namco also made Pac-Man, Battle City and Mappy for the NES.
Star Luster 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Star Luster is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Star Luster cheats & codes
8 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | 0045:64 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Shield | 0043:06 |
| Freeze Date Value (Clock) | 0066:00 |
| Infinite Photo Torpedoes | 009B:08 |
| Immune Radar (RAD) | 007D:00 |
| Immune Communications (COM) | 007E:00 |
Star Luster walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Star Luster.
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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 Luster FAQ
When did Star Luster come out on the NES?
Star Luster was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985.
Who made Star Luster?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Star Luster multiplayer?
No. Star Luster is a single-player game.
How long does Star Luster take to play?
As a shooter, Star Luster 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 Luster 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.