Golden Axe Classic Co-op
TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Beat 'em Up / Action
China Warrior
Deep cut
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Hudson |
| Publisher | NEC |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Hudson and published by NEC, China Warrior arrived on the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1989 as a beat 'em up. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987. It blends beat 'em up and action elements.
It belongs to the TurboGrafx-16's earliest wave of games. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1989 include Vigilante, Volfied and Dungeon Explorer. Among the 6 TurboGrafx-16 beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.
Hudson also made Bomberman '94, Bomberman and J.J. & Jeff for the TurboGrafx-16.
China Warrior supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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 have a friend to play against
- you've played the TurboGrafx-16 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
What playing China Warrior is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
China Warrior cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | 1f0bc3:0a |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 1f0be4:03 |
China Warrior walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for China Warrior.
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Playing TurboGrafx-16 games today
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China Warrior FAQ
When did China Warrior come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
China Warrior was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1989; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made China Warrior?
It was developed by Hudson and published by NEC.
Is China Warrior multiplayer?
Yes. China Warrior supports up to 2 players.
How long does China Warrior take to play?
As a beat 'em up, China Warrior 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 China Warrior 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.