Nintendo Entertainment System · Shooter / Action
Star Voyager
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Shooter, Action |
| Developer | ASCII Corporation |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987, Star Voyager is a shooter developed by ASCII Corporation and published by Acclaim. It blends shooter and action elements.
It landed about 2 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1987 include Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Mega Man. Among the 33 NES shooters in our database, it ranks #21 by legacy score.
ASCII Corporation also made Bokosuka Wars and Castlequest for the NES.
Star Voyager 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 Voyager 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 Voyager cheats & codes
16 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Life Support Pods | GZSZSTVG |
|---|---|
| Start With Double Life Support Pods | GPKIASZA |
| Start With Triple Life Support Pods | TPKIASZE |
| Barrier Won't Take Damage | AASLSLLA |
| Radar Won't Take Damage | AOKLVLEI |
| Cannon Won't Take Damage | ENXLXLEI |
Star Voyager walkthroughs & guides
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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 Voyager FAQ
When did Star Voyager come out on the NES?
Star Voyager was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987.
Who made Star Voyager?
It was developed by ASCII Corporation and published by Acclaim.
Is Star Voyager multiplayer?
No. Star Voyager is a single-player game.
How long does Star Voyager take to play?
As a shooter, Star Voyager 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 Voyager 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.