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Sega Saturn · Shoot 'em Up
Blast Wind
Deep cut
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Technosoft |
| Publisher | Technosoft |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Technosoft, Blast Wind arrived on the Sega Saturn in 1997 as a shoot 'em up.
It landed about 2 years into the Saturn's life. Other notable Saturn releases from 1997 include Doom, Sonic Jam and Quake.
Technosoft also made Thunder Force V and Thunder Force IV for the Saturn.
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 Saturn hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Blast Wind 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.
Blast Wind walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Blast Wind.
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Blast Wind FAQ
When did Blast Wind come out on the Saturn?
Blast Wind was released for the Sega Saturn in 1997.
Who made Blast Wind?
It was developed by Technosoft.
How long does Blast Wind take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Blast Wind 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 Blast Wind 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.