Devil's Crush Classic
TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Pinball
Alien Crush
Certified classic
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Pinball |
| Developer | Compile |
| Publisher | NEC |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Crush Pinball |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 8 |
Released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1988, Alien Crush is a pinball game developed by Compile and published by NEC.
It belongs to the TurboGrafx-16's earliest wave of games. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1988 include Dragon Spirit, Space Harrier and Fantasy Zone.
It is part of the Crush Pinball series; on the TurboGrafx-16 you can also try Devil's Crush. The series also appears on other systems with Devil's Crush (Genesis). Compile also made Blazing Lazers, Cyber Knight and Xevious: Fardraut Saga for the TurboGrafx-16.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the TurboGrafx-16's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want variety beyond one or a few tables
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Alien Crush is like
Video pinball recreates the flippers, ramps and bumpers of the real thing, often with tables that would be impossible in the physical world.
Tip for newcomers: Learn to trap the ball on a raised flipper to set up your shots, and look for the table's multiball triggers.
Alien Crush cheats & codes
1 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Balls | 1f0046:03 |
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Alien Crush walkthroughs & guides
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Playing TurboGrafx-16 games today
The TurboGrafx library is a shmup fan's dream and full of games most Western players never tried. The TurboGrafx-16 Mini and Nintendo Switch Online have brought many of them back.
Alien Crush FAQ
When did Alien Crush come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Alien Crush was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1988.
Who made Alien Crush?
It was developed by Compile and published by NEC.
Is Alien Crush multiplayer?
No. Alien Crush is a single-player game.
How long does Alien Crush take to play?
As a pinball game, Alien Crush 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.
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