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Sega CD · Shoot 'em Up
Starblade
Deep cut
| System | Sega CD |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1991) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Sega CD in 1994, Starblade is a shoot 'em up developed by Namco. This Sega CD release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991.
It landed about 2 years into the Sega CD's life. Other notable Sega CD releases from 1994 include Captain Tsubasa, Battlecorps and Keio Flying Squadron. Among the 15 Sega CD shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
Starblade 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 Sega CD 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 Starblade 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.
Starblade walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Starblade.
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Playing Sega CD games today
Sega CD games can be hard to find at reasonable prices, so the system is best explored through its top handful of titles rather than its full library.
Starblade FAQ
When did Starblade come out on the Sega CD?
Starblade was released for the Sega CD in 1994; the original game dates back to 1991.
Who made Starblade?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Starblade multiplayer?
No. Starblade is a single-player game.
How long does Starblade take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Starblade 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 Starblade 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.