Volfied Classic
TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Action / Puzzle
Somer Assault
Deep cut
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Action, Puzzle, Shooter |
| Developer | Atlus |
| Publisher | Atlus |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Atlus, Somer Assault arrived on the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1992 as an action game. It blends action, puzzle and shooter elements.
It landed about 3 years into the TurboGrafx-16's life. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1992 include Detana!! TwinBee, Bomberman '93 and New Adventure Island. Among the 21 TurboGrafx-16 action games in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
Atlus also made Bonk's Adventure, Dungeon Explorer and The Legendary Axe II for the TurboGrafx-16.
Somer Assault 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the TurboGrafx-16 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Somer Assault is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Somer Assault cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Invincibility | 1f082a:14 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health | 1f1111:03 |
| Infinite Time | 1f1112:09
1f1113:09
1f1114:09 |
Somer Assault walkthroughs & guides
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Somer Assault FAQ
When did Somer Assault come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Somer Assault was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1992.
Who made Somer Assault?
It was developed by Atlus.
Is Somer Assault multiplayer?
No. Somer Assault is a single-player game.
How long does Somer Assault take to play?
As an action game, Somer Assault 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 Somer Assault 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.