Sega 32X · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Space Harrier
Deep cut
| System | Sega 32X |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 (originally 1985) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Space Harrier |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by SEGA, Space Harrier arrived on the Sega 32X in 1995 as a shoot 'em up. This 32X release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1985. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It came out in the 32X's second year on the market. Other notable 32X releases from 1995 include Virtua Fighter, Blackthorne and Knuckles' Chaotix. Among the 7 32X shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
It is part of the Space Harrier series. The series also appears on other systems with Space Harrier 3-D (Master System) and Space Harrier II (Genesis). SEGA also made Virtua Fighter, Metal Head and Tempo for the 32X.
Space Harrier is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 32X 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 Space Harrier 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.
Space Harrier cheats & codes
7 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | AK4A-JA9A |
|---|---|
| Lives Constantly Increase | AB5A-JAFG |
| Lives Modifier | FFC4E0:0000 |
| Stage Modifier | FF8034:0000 |
| Start with 9 lives. | BF4A-JAEE |
| Start with 15 lives. | B74A-JAEE |
Space Harrier walkthroughs & guides
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Space Harrier FAQ
When did Space Harrier come out on the 32X?
Space Harrier was released for the Sega 32X in 1995; the original game dates back to 1985.
Who made Space Harrier?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Space Harrier multiplayer?
No. Space Harrier is a single-player game.
How long does Space Harrier take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Space Harrier 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 Space Harrier 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.