Star Voyager on the NES | Friday Night Arcade

[@ModernRetroGameplay]

OK WTF i watched half the video and it doesnt even show the game in the title WOW..........golfclap Spend more time talking about an Atari game in an NES video? This videos title does not match the video it should be called Star Voyager Atari. Also the game you have displayed is also an Atari game when the title is an NES game???? Sorry but i have to dislike because the video title is a lie and i don't like being lied to.

[@FridayNightArcade]

Another satisfied customer.

[@Gatorade69]

@@FridayNightArcade Excuse my friend here, he sometimes gets confused which leads to him getting angry which leads to him getting his applesauce everywhere. In fact one time he had such a pity party and actually got his applesauce in his Star Voyager Atari 2600 cart.

[@colinmcdonald2499]

Good Retro. Apparently the edibles are extremely strong in the state you live in!

[@kevinlawson1746]

I just found this and saw this insane person talking all crazy, like what are you talking about. The entire video is the NES version and the thumbnail is a shot of the NES box . I think someone is seriously confused, because this video is the NES version not the Atari version.

[@rayceeya8659]

Gene Rodenberry had the best answer to the "How fast is Warp Speed?" Question. "The Enterprise moves at the speed of plot"

[@barry-allenthe-flash8396]

Ah, I've missed this chill reviewing style. Even-tempered, yet the unabashed love for retro sci-fi games always comes shining through! Always a pleasure to see a new FNA video drop 😃

[@FridayNightArcade]

Thank you for the kind words 🙏

[@georgeportugal2169]

Oh man this is one of the first NES games I got when I was a kid. This one drove me crazy and I finally beat the game much later in my 30s. You need dumb luck and a good map to have any chance of winning

[@williamRE]

It's called a roguelike. You can do better.

[@danmanx2]

I liked your "You Can't Do That on Television" Opening! Great video!

[@stt5v2002]

In the pre internet era, we had to just figure this stuff out. I played this game so many times .Here are they key tips. Search planets until you find the super laser. Dont fly too fast in combat, and change speeds to get the enemy ships into your sights. Target the enemy mother ships and destroy them. The fighters are fun to destroy but largely irrelevant. In hundreds of hours of play, I found the monolith once. As far as I know, there is no way to tell where it is. Jumping into empty sectors to search for it is a waste of critical time, as the enemy are heading for your base. The one time I found it was due to a hyperspace navigation error.

[@FridayNightArcade]

That's it exactly. And also odds are if you owned this game, this was just the game you had to play for awhile so you really had no choice but to try to figure it out and get better at it. Regarding the monolith.... supposedly there's a way to tell if you keep an eye on the map. The objects are all constantly moving. Planets, enemy sectors, space stations, etc. The monolith appears in an empty space that's never occupied at any point and it never moves. So if you keep track of the map and can eyeball a few spots that seem like they're never occupied, the monolith might be in one of those. But it's still gonna take some luck or you're risking precious time and resources.

[@Gatorade69]

NINTEN DO POWER.

[@SomeOrangeCat]

The "You can't do that on Television!" style intro was great.

[@cedarvalleygaming]

I didn't even know about this game, impressive what they could do with the NES. The HUD looks nice and the sense of moving through space is done pretty well, some of those ear bleeding sound effects I could do without. Great video!

[@FridayNightArcade]

Heh, yeah. The sound is....... fine. It's, it's fine. That's about all I can say about it lol.

[@stephenr3187]

Another great review! I loved to play this game as a kid in a dark room with all the lights and amazing sounds. I would love to see you cover infiltrator on the NES, that is another game that is impossible without the instructions but so interesting because of the many gameplay elements.

[@kcadventures1454]

He's back!

[@psychochicken9535]

From outer space!

[@bluediamonddirector]

We just walked in to find him here with that sad look on his face

[@darkridearts]

I dig this game despite its flaws. It’s wild how perfect Solaris on 2600 was in comparison despite being on older hardware

[@classicmikecade]

Welcome back Aaron! And Holy crap what a return! Think of all the crap games that are out there even today and then look at these old retro games. So much was done with so little. Thanks for all the hard work on this one and have a great weekend bud!

[@jamesprobis4543]

I actually had this when I was a kid. I remember liking it, and I also remember never once winning.

[@retluoc]

You're right, so many games were based on this premise. I played Solaris on the 2600, but my favorite was a PC game, and I forget its name. I just remember that there's an "Ark" ship whose resources are going fast, and you're in charge of an earth battleship that needs to fight off bad guys and make contact with benevolent species. The NES and PS1 tied for my favorite consoles, but I never heard of this game.

[@AzrialAlaria]

Was it Lightspeed / Hyperspeed on PC DOS?

[@retluoc]

@@AzrialAlaria Yes, that was it...thanks!

[@colinmcdonald2499]

4:16! DAMMIT JIM I'M A DOCTOR!

[@jasonscibby3362]

I read that as Star Trek Voyager and was very surprised for a moment that that show had an NES game lol

[@theusher2893]

He has returned from another castle!

[@corgibuttz2550]

So happy to see a new video show up! I really love your channel man. It has an authentic enthusiasm that I really appreciate.

[@FridayNightArcade]

Thank you so much for the kind words.

[@lupeayala3125]

Welcome back Bro! 👏👏🍻🍻 Nice YCDTOT intro👍

[@ChetWhimbles]

It's good to see another video up, life must be crazy but you're still making quality content.

[@TopSpot123]

Is that a YCDToTV reference at the start?! I approve! This is quite an interesting game. Pretty wild the variety of games on the NES if you look off the beaten path. I hope you do cover Elite sometime.

[@JMcMillen]

I've seen that kind of opening happen on other comedy shows, so I don't think YCDToTV originated the idea.

[@FridayNightArcade]

Yes... yes it is :D - glad someone caught that!

[@draketungsten74]

@@FridayNightArcade I caught that too. Made me smile.

[@almightyfredder]

@@FridayNightArcade I saw that, too!

[@derekfelska5683]

I've seen this game a lot out in the wild. I 100% approve of the use of the Monty Python 'Intermission song' during this video! I think this game looks pretty neat. I will pick it up the next time I see it, at $6 its hard to get too upset. The space map reminds me of Solaris. So really this ship gets the same gas mileage as a 1970 Buick Riviera with a 455 under the hood. Yea, a 50% efficiency rating would make the game more fun instead of being a fuel grind. Great to see another video from you. I hope you, your wife and the twins are doing well!

[@cameron398]

Awesome to see you back. Had this as a kid and was never able to crack the code on how to get far. Maybe it is time to go back and give it another look.

[@deenstratos9075]

He's not dead,hooray !

[@hulluorava]

Great to see you're back!

[@nufi20]

Welcome back! The only content creator that I haven't disliked

[@FridayNightArcade]

Give it another month or so you'll be smashing that dislike button lol ... ( /s thank you for the kind words)

[@andreana2112]

Nice to have you back

[@FridayNightArcade]

Good to be back, David!

[@TheStarTrekApologist]

I love how when explaining the hyperdrive you omitted how to know how many squares you need. Also screwing yourself over by using to many squares. Also, the monolith is in a unmarked sector. I have it in my mind that you find them near the black hole or asteroid field, but I am not sure if that is true or if that was where I just happen to find it. I would delete the video because it is really important to the game to know how to warp. You left out the most important part.

[@FridayNightArcade]

I read that section in the manual four times and still didn't fully understand what you were supposed to do. Please by all means, make a better video explaining it and post. I'll watch.

[@TheStarTrekApologist]

@@FridayNightArcade The number between the radar and the compass is how many squares you need to warp. You could just warp one sector at a time, but you do space fuel by using the right number of squares. I am not sure if that is programmed in or just a function of not having to accelerate. Also you need to go slower when landing or docking. About Two to three on the velocity meter. Never beet this game. I also tried to figure out how looks in 3D using the radar screen blueprint, and the intro. It looks like it should make sense but never does.

[@nimaiiikun]

Destination Earthstar was very similar to this game.. both were frustrating

[@Marc_Araujo]

I rented this game as a kid and had no manual...you were right.

[@Pingwn]

Glad to see you back!

[@JLAvey]

Another one of those they-don't-make-them-like-that-anymore games. Amazing how much more fun a simple idea can be from what larger studios release today. Doesn't look too bad for being on NES hardware.

[@retrojoe85]

Great video, I've always thought that this game has been always seriously over-hated! It's a good game, without any doubt. Last thing: glad you're back with another video!

[@Filthnails]

Back in the day, I rented this a few times and since many rentals had no manuals or inserts explaining the game, I couldn't make heads or tails of how this game worked. It was interesting, but utterly frustrating.

[@CONTROLLINGHORROR]

Welcome back man!

[@Retro6502]

I bought this back in the day when I saw it for the NES as I really liked Star Raiders. I was a bit underwhelmed. I've played through it a few times both back in the day and more recently. I think the biggest problem with it is that it feels slow and takes too long for what it is. Hunting down the Hyperdrive and Laser upgrades in Star Voyager is just an extra step that drags the game out. Star Raiders on the 2600 is a bit too fast and lacks some strategy (only one fleet and one base to defend). Starmaster is a nice middle of the road between Star Voyager and Star Raiders and probably the best take on this concept. Starmaster plays at a good pace, has some strategy, but doesn't overstay it's welcome or add unnecessary mechanics.

[@derickstephenson2532]

Love the YCDTOTV intro!

[@TheLastLineLive]

Been playing Starfield and for the helluvit, decided to take a look back at this since it was the first space exploration game I ever played.

[@davecool42]

Had this game as a kid and I never figured it out. I always liked the warp sequence though.

[@d.aardent9382]

Really cool game, I like all the different immersive mechanics like having to charge up for warping and having to keep control of the gyro alignment to stay on course.The heads up display detailing is really amazing, way better than all the other "Star-xxxxxx" like games.

[@jedigeorge1298]

I hated this game when I was a kid cause I didn’t read the manual and was just lost I’m now 41 years old and just figured out how to play thanks I’ve always wondered what was goin on

[@lymb3914]

Little kid me would've freaking adored this game!

[@BibleClinger]

I had this game back in the day, and I enjoyed it. I never beat it until many years later.

[@Zangiefbeefgrief]

nice to see a new FNA vid! hope you and your family are well!

[@FridayNightArcade]

Had a rough few months but all is well - hope you and yours are doing well, Nathan!

[@JoeFpoc]

I did own this game and remember playing it quite a bit but i think as a kid i just couldn’t really figure out where to go or what to do most the time. Always seemed to run out of energy and game over.

[@jjenk911]

It's been a while, sir. Welcome back.

[@garyaldridge5574]

Aaaaannnnd we are baaaaack!!! FNA, the hero is you and all your base are belong to us !!

[@Privatex112]

I rented this one growing up. Yup no Manual. I didn't even know you could fight other ships lol

[@jeremybowers3181]

Awesome to have ya back man! Never played this as a kid....or adult for that matter,will check it out😎👍

[@crushbeast29]

You look like an older version of idubbz.

[@colinmcdonald2499]

It seems that you t May have gotten buried by the algorithm in the past few weeks. Glad I checked for videos I didn't see.

[@FridayNightArcade]

Yeah.... something changed and I'm getting buried now for some reason... But I'm still here lol 😁

[@colinmcdonald2499]

@@FridayNightArcade one possiblilty is that real world events in Europe took over a certain portion of my screen time. Suddently today I am being plastered with Shadowrun reviews from the past 10 years after watching your video!

[@Sinn0100]

What?! You didn't know there was only one sun in the galaxy? There can be only one! Welcome back. Wait a minute, this isn't Friday....;)

[@FridayNightArcade]

It should always be Friday............

[@bleirdo_dude]

As an Atari 400 Star Raiders fan, this game looks cool.

[@bluediamonddirector]

For a second there I thought I had travelled forward in time and it was already Friday....lol Great video as always. Good to have you back

[@zachmcclintock7431]

Good to see you back Aaron hope to see more episodes…….great review 👍👍👍

[@positivecynik]

Was... was that a YCDTOTV opening? O_o

[@FridayNightArcade]

Yes. Yes it was. :)

[@gaoutlaw]

This was the most mind numbing game I ever played.

[@FridayNightArcade]

I'll confess I fired up some Game Genie cheats after awhile and suddenly it got way more fun between that and using the NES Advantage.

[@jeffmansfield914]

I had this game as a kid and honestly the most memorable part was the cut scene music. I couldn’t even remember the name of the game and had to do some Google searching… hmmm… I think it was… Star… something? I didn’t even remember what the main gameplay looked like until watching this video just now. It’s all about that cut scene bop.

[@jasonblalock4429]

Yeah, I really enjoyed this one as a kid. I was surprised to grow up and discover most people hated it. I tended to assume it was a "didn't read the manual" thing because, yeah, the controls are definitely unintuitive.

[@FridayNightArcade]

Yeah the sound is.... okay lol. That's about all I could say about it. The idle drifting through space sound is kinda cool but very Atari-ish.

[@rayceeya8659]

God I would have loved this back in my NES days!

[@Wolfanoz]

Nice to see you back!!!

[@jeffd5113]

starmaster and star raiders were my favorite for the 2600!!!!!

[@LukeAvedon]

I did not know tis existed.

[@Kryfton]

I got this game at a flea market as a kid with Dash Galaxy. I hate to say it but I wasnt a fan of either game but this one was the better of the two.

[@blackenedheart9592]

To be an NES game and being a kid, yeah that's way too complicated I would have never figured that out

[@FridayNightArcade]

Nobody did lol.

[@jamesmoss3424]

I remember playing Star Voyager when I was a kid and it's hard for me to play.

[@draketungsten74]

I played this back in the day, I remember it being fun. Not great, but fun messing around and exploring.

[@KennethDPedersen]

I always loved this game.

[@jonathanloera1445]

My little peebody brain as a kid just kept watching the white dots zooming. Ahhh, the memories 😅

[@scottg7660]

He’s back baby!!

[@ProBreakers]

I borrowed this game in sixth grade from a classmate. Hated it cause I had no idea how to play it.

[@FridayNightArcade]

That was probably 90% of kids' experience with this game based on some of the reviews I read

[@ProBreakers]

@@FridayNightArcade yes, kinda nice to see how I was actually suppose to play it. I mainly flew around till I ran out of fuel, from what I remember.

[@michaeljarvisakasleepyjarv1698]

Been looking for some new Friday Night Arcade videos,y alert is on , have I been missing any because I don’t see any new ones besides this one which I enjoyed. I like your content, hope to see more thru out the summer

[@FridayNightArcade]

You haven't missed any... I had to unplug for a bit. Life was getting pretty heavy, but I'm back!

[@michaeljarvisakasleepyjarv1698]

@@FridayNightArcade I understand that, mine has been pretty wild as of late also so I totally understand. Glad you are back at it though. Rock On 🤘🏼

[@reagandow850]

So good to have a new video from you my friend. I hope to see many more soon. ;) 👍

[@johnmp3828]

Hi! Welcome back! How’s the family if you don’t mind my asking? Hope all is well!

[@jasonz7788]

Great work Sir thank you

[@Gaugoo8]

This game looks cool! I loved strategy or simulation games when I was a kid!

[@roxoconochtli6911]

Star Voyager or Destination Earthstar?

[@7thangelad586]

Haven’t seen anything from you in awhile! Hopefully your twins are doing well?

[@FridayNightArcade]

Twins are great but had a lot of other heavy things happening and needed to unplug for awhile. Back in the game now - hope you're doing well!

[@seandavis7218]

Hell yeah FNA!

[@sirdudebrian4026]

Where the heck ya been?

[@FridayNightArcade]

I had to unplug for a bit... Life and stuff. Good to be back.

[@sirdudebrian4026]

@@FridayNightArcade no doubt dude!

[@themilobarboyzfoodtryouts8280]

I hated this game so much as a kid. This was back when I got to choose one game for my birthday and I chose this pile of hot mess…so mad lol

[@iankempster7007]

Great video as always.

[@rdkap42]

I could never find thr Star Bomb

[@deepspaceexplorer4265]

Most people thought this was going to be a mindless shooter... Uh, no. You have to think...😉

[@matthewrease2376]

The joystick shouldn't improve your performance since it doesn't actually send analog inputs... If anything it would give you the illusion of such and make you play worse I'd think

[@FridayNightArcade]

Yeah it's hard to describe but I felt like I did better with the joystick. It was more comfortable and honestly, just more fun. You have to swerve around so much with the D pad in combat that it's cumbersome.

[@matthewrease2376]

Did you just parody GTV??

[@FridayNightArcade]

Who? ... It was You Can't Do That on Television lol

[@danfortuna1984]

To me if you need the instruction manual to play the game then the game just isn't good. It's hard to think of a great game that needed the manual

[@FridayNightArcade]

It's all a matter of taste...

[@ericbullock2975]

I played this game a lot, but never really liked it. I would just run out of fuel, if I recall.

[@Izzy-bh9en]

I was given this game as a gift when I was 9 and I HATED IT SO MUCH. Boring as all hell My mom took me back to the store and I exchanged it for Metroid and absolutely adored that game, it brought a lot of the neighborhood kids over to check it out and even my older brothers 13 and 18 were enthralled by it Very hard game but I beat it Metroid was a much better choice than this dud

[@brutallyhonest123]

Was that a You Can't Do That On Television reference?