TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Shoot 'em Up
Xevious: Fardraut Saga
Deep cut
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Compile |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Xevious: Fardraut Saga is a shoot 'em up released in 1990 for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine, developed by Compile and published by Namco. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988.
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.
Compile also made Devil's Crush, Alien Crush and Blazing Lazers for the TurboGrafx-16.
Xevious: Fardraut Saga 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)
- 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 Xevious: Fardraut Saga 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.
Xevious: Fardraut Saga walkthroughs & guides
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Xevious: Fardraut Saga FAQ
When did Xevious: Fardraut Saga come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Xevious: Fardraut Saga was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1990; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Xevious: Fardraut Saga?
It was developed by Compile and published by Namco.
Is Xevious: Fardraut Saga multiplayer?
No. Xevious: Fardraut Saga is a single-player game.
How long does Xevious: Fardraut Saga take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Xevious: Fardraut Saga 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 Xevious: Fardraut Saga 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.