Turrican Classic
TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Shoot 'em Up
Thunder Blade
Deep cut
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | NEC |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by NEC and published by SEGA, Thunder Blade 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 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.
NEC also made Vigilante, Bomberman '93 and Out Run 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 Thunder Blade 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.
Thunder Blade cheats & codes
1 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 1f0038:05 |
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Thunder Blade walkthroughs & guides
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Playing TurboGrafx-16 games today
The TurboGrafx library is a shmup fan's dream and full of games most Western players never tried. The TurboGrafx-16 Mini and Nintendo Switch Online have brought many of them back.
Thunder Blade FAQ
When did Thunder Blade come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Thunder Blade was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Thunder Blade?
It was developed by NEC and published by SEGA.
Is Thunder Blade multiplayer?
No. Thunder Blade is a single-player game.
How long does Thunder Blade take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Thunder Blade 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 Thunder Blade 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.