Released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998 by Hudson Soft, Star Soldier: Vanishing Earth is a vertically scrolling shoot ’em up that brings fast-paced arcade action to the console. As an installment in the classic Star Soldier series, it features challenging boss encounters and a unique branching stage system. Players pilot an advanced starfighter to defend Earth from an alien armada, utilizing different ship types and weapon power-ups to survive intense enemy fire.
How to Play
Your objective is to survive each stage, defeat the boss at the end, and score as many points as possible. At the start, you choose between three different ships, each offering a distinct primary weapon type. Default browser controls map the N64 movement to the arrow keys. Use X to fire your main weapon and Z or the shoulder keys to trigger special attacks and the roll maneuver. Press Enter to start.
Tips
- Master the Roll: Your ship can perform a barrel roll that grants brief invincibility and can damage enemies you collide with during the animation.
- Seek Out Secrets: Stages feature hidden targets and branching paths. Destroying specific objects or achieving high kill rates can unlock alternate, more challenging routes.
- Weapon Selection: Experiment with the three ships. The wide-shot ship is great for clearing weak enemies, while the concentrated laser ship is far more effective against bosses.
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