Galaga Classic
TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Shoot 'em Up
Galaga '88
Deep cut
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | NEC |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Galaxian |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1988, Galaga '88 is a shoot 'em up developed by Namco and published by NEC. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Galaga '90. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987.
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 #22 by legacy score.
It is part of the Galaxian series. The series also appears on other systems with Galaga (7800) and Galaga (NES). Namco also made Dragon Spirit, Pac-Land and Valkyrie no Densetsu for the TurboGrafx-16.
Galaga '88 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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've played the TurboGrafx-16 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Galaga '88 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.
Galaga '88 cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 1f008a:03 |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | 1f008b:03 |
| Perfect Bonus Round | 1f00a5:40 |
| Infinite Lives (Alternative) | 1f00c4:09 |
Galaga '88 walkthroughs & guides
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Galaga '88 FAQ
When did Galaga '88 come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Galaga '88 was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1988; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Galaga '88?
It was developed by Namco and published by NEC.
Is Galaga '88 multiplayer?
No. Galaga '88 is a single-player game.
How long does Galaga '88 take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Galaga '88 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 Galaga '88 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.