Natsume developed this 1991 action game, published by Jaleco in North America. In Japan it was a licensed game based on a tokusatsu series, Tokkyu Shirei Solbrain; for the West the license was removed and the hero became Steve Hermann, a cop with cybernetic fists who fights a military group called Metal Command.
Shatterhand punches instead of shooting, and the most memorable system is its satellite helper. Picking up coins marked with alpha and beta symbols, three at a time, creates one of eight small robots, depending on the combination, each with a different attack. Stages can be chosen in a flexible order and are full of fences to climb and enemies that require quick reflexes. The game's graphics and music are often praised, and it is frequently named as an underrated NES title, a reputation Natsume built with games such as Shadow of the Ninja.
Tips for Shatterhand
Experiment with alpha and beta combinations to find a satellite robot that suits each stage.
Hang from fences and ceilings to avoid ground-level enemies and gaps.
Go after gold coins, which serve as currency in the game.
How to Play Shatterhand
Click Play Now to launch Shatterhand directly in your browser — no downloads or plugins needed. Z jumps and X punches; your satellite robot attacks along with you. Enter pauses. You can also connect a USB or Bluetooth gamepad for a more authentic feel.
Save states let you save your progress at any point. Create a free account to sync saves across devices. Press F11 for fullscreen mode.
To play Shatterhand, simply hit the "Play Now" button on this page. The game loads instantly in your browser using an embedded emulator — no plugins, downloads, or setup required.
Is Shatterhand free to play?
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What console is Shatterhand for?
Originally a NES game, Shatterhand can now be played directly in your browser here on RetroVault.GG with no setup needed.
What genre is Shatterhand?
Shatterhand is a action, platformer game. It was made for the NES.
Can I play Shatterhand on my phone?
Shatterhand is fully playable on mobile devices. Open this page in your phone's browser and tap Play Now — touch controls appear automatically.