Namco Limited

Star Wars

Star Wars is a Family Computer video game released in 1987 by Namco. Despite being based on the first Star Wars film. It is the only game in the Star Wars franchise that was released exclusively in Japan. The game is a common side-scrolling platformer where the player controls Luke Skywalker (appearing with black hair due to color limitations), as he travels to join the Rebellion against the Empire.

Released: 4 December 1987
Developer: Namco Limited
Publisher: Namco Limited
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric · First person · Side view
Platforms: Family Computer
Genres: Shooter · Platform
Also known as: Star Wars 1987