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TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Shooter / Shoot 'em Up
Formation Armed F
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| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Shooter, Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Manjyudo |
| Publisher | Pack In Video |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990, Formation Armed F is a shooter developed by Manjyudo and published by Pack In Video. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988. It blends shooter and shoot 'em up elements.
It came out in the TurboGrafx-16's second year on the market. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1990 include Bonk's Adventure, Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap and Klax. Among the 5 TurboGrafx-16 shooters in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
Formation Armed F 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the TurboGrafx-16 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Formation Armed F is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Formation Armed F cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 1f001d:03 |
|---|---|
| Invincible | 1f020a:c5 |
| Unlimited F Types | 1f002c:03 |
Formation Armed F walkthroughs & guides
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Formation Armed F FAQ
When did Formation Armed F come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Formation Armed F was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Formation Armed F?
It was developed by Manjyudo and published by Pack In Video.
Is Formation Armed F multiplayer?
Yes. Formation Armed F supports up to 2 players.
How long does Formation Armed F take to play?
As a shooter, Formation Armed F typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Formation Armed F 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.