Robo Aleste Sega CD box art

Sega CD · Shoot 'em Up

Robo Aleste

Certified classic

SystemSega CD
GenreShoot 'em Up
DeveloperCompile
PublisherTengen
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesPower Strike
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 7

Robo Aleste is a shoot 'em up released for the Sega CD, developed by Compile and published by Tengen.

Among the 15 Sega CD shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.

It is part of the Power Strike series. The series also appears on other systems with GG Aleste 3 (Game Gear). Compile also made Shadowrun for the Sega CD.

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 want to experience one of the Sega CD's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Robo Aleste 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.

Robo Aleste gameplay screenshot on Sega CD
In-game screenshot (Sega CD)

Robo Aleste walkthroughs & guides

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Robo Aleste FAQ

Who made Robo Aleste?

It was developed by Compile and published by Tengen.

Is Robo Aleste multiplayer?

No. Robo Aleste is a single-player game.

How long does Robo Aleste take to play?

As a shoot 'em up, Robo Aleste 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 Robo Aleste 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.

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