Turrican Classic
TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Shoot 'em Up / Action
Side Arms Hyper Dyne
Deep cut
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 (originally 1986) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Action |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Radiance Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Capcom and published by Radiance Software, Side Arms Hyper Dyne arrived on the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1989 as a shoot 'em up. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986. It blends shoot 'em up and action elements.
It belongs to the TurboGrafx-16's earliest wave of games. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1989 include Vigilante, Volfied and Dungeon Explorer.
Capcom also made Street Fighter II: Champion Edition and SideArms 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)
- 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 Side Arms Hyper Dyne 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.
Side Arms Hyper Dyne walkthroughs & guides
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Side Arms Hyper Dyne FAQ
When did Side Arms Hyper Dyne come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Side Arms Hyper Dyne was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1989; the original game dates back to 1986.
Who made Side Arms Hyper Dyne?
It was developed by Capcom and published by Radiance Software.
Is Side Arms Hyper Dyne multiplayer?
No. Side Arms Hyper Dyne is a single-player game.
How long does Side Arms Hyper Dyne take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Side Arms Hyper Dyne 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 Side Arms Hyper Dyne 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.