Power Strike is a classic 1988 vertically-scrolling shoot ’em up developed by Compile for the Sega Master System. Originally released in Japan as Aleste, it challenges you to pilot a fighter ship against a mutant plant-like alien force. The game is a technical showcase for the Master System, pushing the hardware to display massive swarms of enemies and incredibly fast-paced action with minimal flicker.
How to play
Your objective is to survive waves of enemies and defeat the boss at the end of each stage. Use the D-pad (arrow keys) to maneuver your ship, Button 1 (Z) to fire your primary cannon, and Button 2 (X) to unleash your currently equipped special weapon.
Tips
- Shoot the flying carrier ships to reveal special weapon drops numbered 1 through 6. Collecting the same number multiple times upgrades that weapon’s power.
- Weapon 2 (Web) and Weapon 4 (Directional Shot) are excellent for clearing wide groups of enemies.
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