Space Harrier at 40: how Sega's surreal classic brought total immersion to arcades in the 80s
Space Harrier (1985) delivers a surreal, motion-cabinet 3D shooter experience combining jetpack flight, psychedelic visuals, and physical cabinet movement.
40 Years Ago, A Sci-Fi Shooter That 'Shouldn't Have Been Made' Became An Instant Classic
Space Harrier (1985) pioneered scalable target sizing and surreal fantasy enemies, shaping early 3D rail-shooter design and influencing modern arcade gaming.
