Aero Blasters
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(TurboGrafx-16 - US, Shoot'em Up)
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Developed_By:
Inter State
Published_By:
Turbo Technologies Inc.
Released On:
01 Jan 1990
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Astro Blasters, developed by Konami, is a fast-paced space shooter released on the TurboGrafx-16 console in 1990. The story follows a lone astronaut who must stop an alien invasion from destroying Earth.
Players control the astronaut as they navigate through increasingly difficult levels, fighting against hordes of alien creatures and bosses. With a range of guns and power-ups at their disposal, players must use strategy and quick reflexes to emerge victorious.
UPC-A:
092218001085 (USA)
Part #:
TGX040051 (USA)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
Set in the year 2030, this sci-fi shooter game features the son and daughter of inventor Charles K. Takeda piloting the Blaster 1 and 2 aircraft to defeat the M.L.M., a group of cybernetically enhanced invaders threatening to destroy all organic life. Players control these two blaster machines to engage in aerial combat against the enemy forces, with the ultimate goal of assisting their father in constructing the massive "Blaster Base."
Story
Thank You for Purchasing
Thank you for buying this Advanced TurboChip Game Card, "Aero Blasters."
Before using your new TurboChip game card, please read this instruction manual carefully. Familiarize yourself with the proper use of your TurboGrafx-16 Entertainment SuperSystem, precautions concerning its use, and the proper use of this TurboChip game card.
Always operate your TurboGrafx-16 SuperSystem and this TurboChip game card according to instructions. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
Warnings
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This video game may cause a burn-in image on your television picture tube. A burn-in image is an image which is permanently burned into the inside of the picture tube. Do not leave static or still images (in pause or play mode) on your television screen for extended periods of time.
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When playing this game, it is advisable to reduce the screen brightness to help avoid image burn-in on the picture tube.
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Be sure that the power is turned off when changing game cards.
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This is a precision device and should not be used or stored under conditions of excessive temperature or humidity.
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Do not forcibly bend your TurboChip game cards.
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Do not touch the inside at the terminal area or expose the SuperSystem to water, etc., as this might damage the unit.
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Do not wipe your SuperSystem or TurboChip game cards with volatile liquids such as paint thinner or benzene.
TurboChip game cards are made especially for use with the TurboGrafx-16 Entertainment SuperSystem and will not operate on other systems.
Any duplication or rental of this software is strictly prohibited.
©1990 HUDSON SOFT
© INTERSTATE KANEKO
TurboGrafx™, 16 Entertainment SuperSystem
TurboChip™ Game Card
Prepare for Battle!
The year is 2030 AD, and the peaceful planet Earth is facing a tremendous crisis.
A group calling themselves the "Mega Load Masters" had unexpectedly launched an invasion. Through scientific advances, the M.L.M. had figured out a way to fortify their bodies with inorganic mechanisms.
It was this super power which enabled them to destroy all of the nations' armies. Now, they threaten to obliterate all organic life forms on the planet's surface ...
But one man, Charles K. Takeda, has not given up hope.
As if he had known this day was coming, Takeda and a few of his friends had moved to a secluded island in the Atlantic Ocean. Bringing with them only a few necessities, their mission was to develop one of Takeda's greatest inventions, the "Blaster System."
This Blaster System would enable its pilot to freely manipulate the building blocks of matter by amplifying the distinctive brain waves humans generate. This would make it possible for humans to transcend reality by transforming matter and destroying space.
At present, two super machines, Blaster 1 and Blaster 2, have been completed and fitted with Blaster Systems. Takeda's son and daughter, Mike and Holly, have been specially trained to fly the Blaster Machines.
Their mission is to defeat the M.L.M. and to ultimately assist their father in building the ultimate aircraft carrier, "Blaster Base."
The struggle is about to begin.
The two machines blast off, propelled by hopes and dreams, seeking peace through the avenue of war...
Controls
Direction Key
Move your Aero Blaster up, down, left, right or diagonally
SELECT
Press while holding the RUN Button down to reset the game
RUN
Begin play, pause, or un-pause the game; hold and press SELECT to reset the game
Button II
Fire weapons and use power-up items
Button I
Press and hold to fill your “Blaster Meter” to its maximum capacity
Tips & Maps
The Blaster Meter
Fill the meter to maximum capacity by pressing and holding Button I; in two-player mode, both players must press Button I to fill both meters. This enables special super-powered blasting abilities against the M.L.M.
Blaster Flash
In single-player mode, release Button I when the meter reaches its maximum level to fire a powerful "Blaster Flash".
Super Blaster Flash
In two-player mode, if both players release Button I at the same time when their meters reach maximum level, they create a "Super Blaster Flash."
Blaster Thunder Attack
In two-player mode, when both meters are at maximum, both players press Button II simultaneously while keeping Button I held down to create a "Blaster Thunder Attack."
Screen Displays
Displays include the number of Aero Blasters remaining for each player, the number of credits, scores for both players, and the status of each player's Blaster Meter.
How to Play
Game Stages
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Stage 1 - Seaside Front: Stop invading forces above city streets. Boss: City Stalker.
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Stage 2 - Mechanized Cave: Destroy the mechanized cave built by the M.L.M. in the Earth's depths. Boss: Cave Dweller.
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Stage 3 - Scramble: Continue the fight as you leave the stratosphere. Boss: Splitter.
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Stage 4 - Zero Gravity: Travel to the M.L.M. headquarters, the “Fortified Planet,” while viewing evidence of past battles. Boss: Sentry.
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Stage 5 - The Borderline: Approach the outskirts of the Fortified Planet, where the M.L.M. has had time to prepare. Boss: Bubble Blaster.
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Stage 6 - Death Circus: Face the head boss of the M.L.M. Boss: Mecha Load Master.
How to Continue
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Players begin with two “Aero Blasters” in reserve.
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When reserves reach zero, a “CONTINUE” display appears in the upper left for Player 1 and upper right for Player 2.
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Press the RUN button while “CONTINUE” is displayed to proceed.
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Both players combined can continue up to five times total.
Weapons and Power-up Items
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Collecting power-up items equips the player with additional blaster items, each with different powers.
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Destroy Weapon Transport Pods to scatter special power-up items across the screen.
Weapon Details
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Side Swiper: An unmanned, rotating device that flies next to your Aero Blaster and wipes out enemies on contact.
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Rear Gun: Fires highly destructive bullets diagonally from the rear.
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Heli-pod: Guards the rear of the Blaster, firing bullets as it rotates.
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Red Missile: An older-generation homing missile that moves quickly and turns sharply, though it loses destructive power during maneuvers.
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6-way Shooter: Fires bullets in six directions with superior destructive power, but requires a short reload time.
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Bumpers: Hydraulic sleds that guide the ship through tunnels and destroy enemy ships.
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Power-Up: Increases the destructive power of main weapons.
Items & Weapons
Side Swiper
A weapon item listed in the game's equipment section.
Rear Guns
A weapon item listed in the game's equipment section.
Heli-pod
A vehicle or item listed in the game's equipment section.
Green Missiles
A missile type listed in the game's equipment section.
Red Missiles
A missile type listed in the game's equipment section.
Bumpers
A power-up or protective item listed in the game's equipment section.
6-way Shooter
A multi-directional weapon listed in the game's equipment section.
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