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Night Striker
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Xing Entertainment/ Fill in Cafe |
| Publisher | Xing Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Night Striker is a shoot 'em up released in 1995 for the PlayStation, developed by Xing Entertainment/ Fill in Cafe and published by Xing Entertainment. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It belongs to the PS1's earliest wave of games. Other notable PS1 releases from 1995 include Rayman, Mortal Kombat 3 and FIFA Soccer 96.
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)
- you've played the PS1 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 Night Striker 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.
Night Striker walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Night Striker FAQ
When did Night Striker come out on the PS1?
Night Striker was released for the PlayStation in 1995; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Night Striker?
It was developed by Xing Entertainment/ Fill in Cafe and published by Xing Entertainment.
Is Night Striker multiplayer?
No. Night Striker is a single-player game.
How long does Night Striker take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Night Striker 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 Night Striker 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.