TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Shoot 'em Up
Fantasy Zone
Deep cut
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 (originally 1986) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Bits Laboratory |
| Publisher | NEC |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Fantasy Zone |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1988, Fantasy Zone is a shoot 'em up developed by Bits Laboratory and published by NEC. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986.
It belongs to the TurboGrafx-16's earliest wave of games. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1988 include Alien Crush, Dragon Spirit and Space Harrier. Among the 37 TurboGrafx-16 shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
It is part of the Fantasy Zone series. The series also appears on other systems with Fantasy Zone (Master System) and Super Fantasy Zone (Genesis). Bits Laboratory also made Darius Alpha for the TurboGrafx-16.
Fantasy Zone 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 dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Fantasy Zone 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.
Fantasy Zone cheats & codes
8 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Unlimited Lives | 1f000c:0a |
|---|---|
| Have Big Wing (Activate In Shop) | 1f061d:01 |
| Have Jet Engine (Activate In Shop) | 1f061e:01 |
| Have Turbo Engine (Activate In Shop) | 1f061f:01 |
| Have Rocket Engine (Activate In Shop) | 1f0620:01 |
| Have Wide Beam (Activate In Shop) | 1f0622:01 |
Fantasy Zone walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Fantasy Zone.
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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.
Fantasy Zone FAQ
When did Fantasy Zone come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Fantasy Zone was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1988; the original game dates back to 1986.
Who made Fantasy Zone?
It was developed by Bits Laboratory and published by NEC.
Is Fantasy Zone multiplayer?
Yes. Fantasy Zone supports up to 2 players.
How long does Fantasy Zone take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Fantasy Zone 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 Fantasy Zone 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.