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TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Operation Wolf
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter, Action |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | NEC |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Taito and published by NEC, Operation Wolf arrived on the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990 as a shoot 'em up. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987. It blends shoot 'em up, shooter and action 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 37 TurboGrafx-16 shoot 'em ups in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
Taito also made Puzznic, Volfied and Don Doko Don for the TurboGrafx-16.
Operation Wolf 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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Operation Wolf 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.
Operation Wolf cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Second Gun | 1f0943:48 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Grenades | 1f0944:05 |
| Infinite Energy | 1f0924:00
1f0926:00 |
Operation Wolf walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Operation Wolf.
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Playing TurboGrafx-16 games today
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Operation Wolf FAQ
When did Operation Wolf come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Operation Wolf was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Operation Wolf?
It was developed by Taito and published by NEC.
Is Operation Wolf multiplayer?
No. Operation Wolf is a single-player game.
How long does Operation Wolf take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Operation Wolf 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 Operation Wolf 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.