TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Shoot 'em Up
Salamander
Co-op
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1986) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Gradius |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1991, Salamander is a shoot 'em up developed by Konami. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986.
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 #11 by legacy score.
It is part of the Gradius series; on the TurboGrafx-16 you can also try Gradius. The series also appears on other systems with Salamander (NES) and Gradius II: Gofer's Ambition (NES). Konami also made Detana!! TwinBee and Parodius! From Myth to Laughter for the TurboGrafx-16.
Salamander supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 want a game to beat together with a friend
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Salamander 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.
Salamander cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Credits | 1f010d:09 |
|---|---|
| Invincibility | 1f0b0c:01 |
| Infinite Lives | 1f0085:09 |
Salamander walkthroughs & guides
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Salamander FAQ
When did Salamander come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Salamander was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1991; the original game dates back to 1986.
Who made Salamander?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Salamander multiplayer?
Yes. Salamander supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Salamander take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Salamander 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 Salamander 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.