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Twin Cobra
PlayStation · Shoot 'em Up
Twin Cobra
Deep cut Co-op
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Toaplan |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Twin Cobra |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1996, Twin Cobra is a shoot 'em up developed by Toaplan and published by Sega. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987.
It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot.
It is part of the Twin Cobra series; on the PS1 you can also try Tiger-Heli. The series also appears on other systems with Tiger-Heli (NES) and Twin Cobra (NES).
Twin Cobra supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 want a game to beat together with a friend
- 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 Twin Cobra 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.
Twin Cobra 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.
Twin Cobra FAQ
When did Twin Cobra come out on the PS1?
Twin Cobra was released for the PlayStation in 1996; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Twin Cobra?
It was developed by Toaplan and published by Sega.
Is Twin Cobra multiplayer?
Yes. Twin Cobra supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Twin Cobra take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Twin Cobra 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 Twin Cobra 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.