TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Final Soldier
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Hudson |
| Publisher | Hudson |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Star Soldier |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Final Soldier is a shoot 'em up released in 1991 for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine, developed by Hudson. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It landed about 2 years into the TurboGrafx-16's life. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1991 include Turrican, Raiden and Columns. Among the 37 TurboGrafx-16 shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
It is part of the Star Soldier series; on the TurboGrafx-16 you can also try Super Star Soldier and Soldier Blade. The series also appears on other systems with Star Soldier (NES) and Star Soldier: Vanishing Earth (N64). Hudson also made Bomberman '94, Bomberman and J.J. & Jeff for the TurboGrafx-16.
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 Final Soldier 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.
Final Soldier cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 1f00fc:02 |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | 1f00dc:02 |
Final Soldier walkthroughs & guides
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Final Soldier FAQ
When did Final Soldier come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Final Soldier was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1991.
Who made Final Soldier?
It was developed by Hudson.
Is Final Soldier multiplayer?
No. Final Soldier is a single-player game.
How long does Final Soldier take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Final Soldier 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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