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Galaxy Force
Galaxy Force is a horizontal scrolling shooter developed by AM R&D Dept. #2 and released in 1989 for the Sega Master System. Players pilot a spacecraft through five stages of space combat, firing at incoming enemies and destructible environmental obstacles. The controls are simple: move left and right while continuously shooting. The game features scaling graphics that create a pseudo-3D sense of movement forward through space. Scattered power-ups enhance weapon firepower and provide temporary shields. Gameplay emphasizes fast reflexes and recognizing enemy attack patterns. Enemies increase in complexity and frequency across stages, with formations that require quick response. Each stage ends with a boss encounter. The game maintains a brisk pace throughout, rewarding players who master the simple controls and develop strategies for each stage's unique challenges.
- Developer
- AM R&D Dept. #2
- Released
- 1989
- Platform
- Master System
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 1P
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 (2.3K)
- Last updated
Galaxy Force Controls — Master System Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Galaxy Force on our in-browser Master System emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | 1 | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | 2 | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| Enter | Pause | Start / Pause |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
Galaxy Force Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Galaxy Force on Master System before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"Galaxy Force" Master System longplay 1989
Galaxy Force Cheat Codes
2 community-curated cheats for Galaxy Force. Tick any to activate them automatically when you click "Play with cheats" — or copy a code into your own emulator.
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Infinite Health
00C0-7F0F -
Infinite Damage
00D-19C-F7E
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Galaxy Force released?
Galaxy Force was released in 1989 for the Master System.
Who developed Galaxy Force?
Galaxy Force was developed by AM R&D Dept. #2, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Galaxy Force support?
Galaxy Force is a single-player Action game for the Master System.
What type of game is Galaxy Force?
Galaxy Force is a Action game for the Master System, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Galaxy Force for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Galaxy Force runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Galaxy Force in the browser?
No. Galaxy Force streams from a public archive into a browser-side Master System emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Galaxy Force?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original Master System cartridge supported.
Does Galaxy Force work on mobile devices?
Yes — the Master System emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play Galaxy Force this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Galaxy Force. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
