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Space Harrier: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Space Harrier (1985): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

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Space Harrier (1985) is a shooter, arcade video game developed by Sega AM2, available on Arcade, Sega32, Wii, Saturn, Mobile. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 70/100 on IGDB.

What is Space Harrier about?

Run… fly… dodge those obstacles, but return fire on wave after wave of attacking aliens. Armed with a really big gun, you have to defend yourself against the alien hordes using your wits to navigate around the screen. But watch out for those end of level bosses!

Originating in the arcades, Space Harrier is a third-person rail shooter with pseudo-3D graphics, set in the same world as Fantasy Zone. The lone titular hero fights aliens with a fireball-launching cannon, which can also be used to transform the hero into a flying rocket. The protagonist is constantly in motion, but the speed of his movement can be regulated by the player.

Key details

Space Harrier was released in 1985 and supports single player. Platforms: Arcade, Sega32, Wii, Saturn, Mobile. Developer: Sega AM2.

Should you play Space Harrier?

A solid 70/100 aggregate score makes Space Harrier a safe pick for fans of shooter, arcade.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Space Harrier?

Space Harrier is a shooter, arcade game by Sega AM2, released in 1985.

What platforms is Space Harrier on?

Space Harrier is available on Arcade, Sega32, Wii, Saturn, Mobile.

Is Space Harrier good?

Space Harrier has an aggregate score of 70/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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