Super Nintendo · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Phalanx
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Kemco |
| Publisher | Kemco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Kemco, Phalanx arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1992 as a shoot 'em up. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It came out in the SNES's second year on the market. Other notable SNES releases from 1992 include The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Super Mario Kart and Final Fantasy V. Among the 53 SNES shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
Kemco also made Top Gear, Brutal: Paws of Fury and Kid Klown in Crazy Chase for the SNES.
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Phalanx 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.
Phalanx cheats & codes
60 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Credits | DD63-DD04 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Strikefighters | DD2A-64AF |
| Armor Cannot Be Damaged | 3C21-AD0F |
| Once Power-Up Has Been Obtained, It Is Not Lost Until You Continue (Doesn't Work For Weapon, Only Power-Ups) | C229-D7A4 |
| Power Capsule Has No Effect On Armor Or Power-Up | 1D23-6D6F |
| Start With 1 Credit Instead Of 4 | DFA8-05E3
DF2D-015A |
Phalanx walkthroughs & guides
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Phalanx FAQ
When did Phalanx come out on the SNES?
Phalanx was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992.
Who made Phalanx?
It was developed by Kemco.
Is Phalanx multiplayer?
No. Phalanx is a single-player game.
How long does Phalanx take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Phalanx 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 Phalanx 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.