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Shienryu
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 (originally 1997) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Warashi |
| Publisher | Natsume Inc |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Simple 2000 |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Shienryu is a shoot 'em up released in 2002 for the PlayStation, developed by Warashi and published by Natsume Inc. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Gekioh Shooting King. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1997. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It landed about 7 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2002 include Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Pro Evolution Soccer and FIFA Football 2003.
It is part of the Simple 2000 series. The series also appears on other systems with Shienryu (Saturn) and Bittersweet Fools (Dreamcast).
Shienryu supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Shienryu 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.
Shienryu cheats & codes
9 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives P1 | 80185520
0009 |
|---|---|
| Quick Score Gain P1 | 80185598
FFFF |
| Infinite Bombs P1 | 8018550C
0063 |
| Infinite Credits | 801F6748
0009 |
| Infinite Lives P2 | 80185522
0009 |
| Quick Score Gain P2 | 8018559C
FFFF |
Shienryu 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.
Shienryu FAQ
When did Shienryu come out on the PS1?
Shienryu was released for the PlayStation in 2002; the original game dates back to 1997.
Who made Shienryu?
It was developed by Warashi and published by Natsume Inc.
Is Shienryu multiplayer?
Yes. Shienryu supports up to 2 players.
How long does Shienryu take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Shienryu 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 Shienryu 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.