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Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer / Shoot 'em Up
Starship Hector
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Platformer, Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Hudson |
| Publisher | Hudson |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Hudson, Starship Hector arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as a platformer. It blends platformer and shoot 'em up 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.
Hudson also made Adventure Island 3, Bomberman II and Faxanadu for the NES.
Starship Hector is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- 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 get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Starship Hector is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Starship Hector cheats & codes
24 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | SZKIOGVG |
|---|---|
| Start With 1 Life | AANSOGZA |
| Start With 6 Lives | IANSOGZA |
| Start With 9 Lives | AANSOGZE |
| Extra Energy From Capsules | GEVVGIPA |
| Start At Stage 2 | PENYGIAA |
Starship Hector 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.
Starship Hector FAQ
When did Starship Hector come out on the NES?
Starship Hector was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Starship Hector?
It was developed by Hudson.
Is Starship Hector multiplayer?
No. Starship Hector is a single-player game.
How long does Starship Hector take to play?
As a platformer, Starship Hector 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 Starship Hector 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.