Space Harrier

Official SEGA AGES arcade port for Nintendo Switch. Compatible Nintendo hardware, installation and purchase are required; this is not a browser game.

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Space Harrier

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THE GAME

About Space Harrier

Space Harrier is SEGA’s fast-moving rail shooter through surreal landscapes. The player races toward the horizon while dodging scenery and firing at approaching enemies. Its official SEGA AGES release preserves the arcade game with additional port features.

CONTROLS & OBJECTIVE

How to play

  1. Start the original Space Harrier mode and use the configured directional controls to move around the screen while firing at enemies ahead.
  2. Keep changing position to avoid incoming shots and solid obstacles. During a boss encounter, follow the target while leaving enough space to dodge the next attack.

Game and objective

Space Harrier is a forward-scrolling shooter in which Harrier fights creatures and machines across the surreal Dragon Land.

How to approach the game

Move to avoid obstacles and incoming enemies while firing at targets approaching from the distance. Keep watching the path ahead as the scenery and opponents change.

About this version

The linked SEGA AGES release is for Nintendo Switch and includes additional presentation options and a barrier-assist mode. It requires a compatible console and purchase.

Guide notes & sources

The linked creator or project sources were reviewed. Current gameplay and device compatibility were not newly tested.

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