A faithful arcade tribute to the Sega cabinets, going all in on multi-target lock-on and raw speed. Short but punchy, it delivers exactly what it promises and never overreaches.
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Category
Action1 player12+
Description
Arcade aerial combat inspired by Sega's After Burner cabinet, across 18 missions against the Black Falcon terrorist network. Published by THQ, released in Europe in February 2007. Multi-lock targeting system, cockpit or external view, aircraft upgrades between missions, ad hoc mode. Translated into five languages including English.
After Burner - Black Falcon review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
1/5
Story
★★★★★
"Anecdotal"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"From the very first seconds"
At the controls of a jet flung at full speed, you lock onto squadrons and unleash missile salvos in a whirl of explosions: the action never lets up. The pleasure is instinctive, made of reflexes and a sense of pure speed. Spectacular and snappy, this arcade aerial shooter delivers a constant adrenaline rush, ideal in short sessions.
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Average"
Technical info
💾0,29 GB📅23/02/2007
Published by Sega
After Burner - Black Falcon (PSP) price, value & rarity
Is After Burner - Black Falcon still worth playing in 2026?
An arcade aerial combat game from Sega, After Burner - Black Falcon revives the spirit of the legendary cabinet with eighteen missions against a terrorist organisation, at high speed and with lock on missiles. The snappy shooting, the aircraft upgrades and the frantic pace pay tribute to the classic, in a decent production for the PSP. Repetition lurks over the long haul. For a fan of retro aerial shooting or someone nostalgic for After Burner, the title keeps a direct arcade pleasure and an infectious energy.
