Product Overview
- Product Name: Stellar Fire
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Good
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
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Sega CD Case Condition: Hinges intact / Has scratches / No cracks
(Condition of Long Box Case, Cardboard Box, etc.) - Notes:
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- Sega CD Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Rear Tray Artwork: Yes
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Case Type: OEM/Original Long Box*
(Details on case type below in “Important Information”) - Foam Insert / Spacer: No
- Extras:
Game Description
Stellar-Fire launches you into a high-octane sci-fi battlefield where you command a powerful hovercraft known as the “Gryphon” across the scorched planets of a war-torn galaxy. As humanity’s last hope against the relentless Arcturan Empire, your mission is to navigate desolate alien landscapes and obliterate enemy bases with precision and fury. The game combines the visual punch of full-motion video terrain with fast-paced, forward-scrolling combat that was unique to the Sega CD’s capabilities.
From the burning skies of Vega Prime to the icy plains of planet Sigma, Stellar-Fire offers a visual spectacle of interstellar warfare. The game’s fusion of polygonal sprites and streaming backgrounds creates a surreal battlefield experience, backed by an intense soundtrack and a constant barrage of enemy fire. It's a rare Sega CD exclusive that delivers blistering arcade-style action in a distinctly cinematic format.
Gameplay Features
- Control the Gryphon hovercraft across multiple alien planets and enemy zones
- Forward-scrolling combat with full-screen FMV terrain for dynamic visual immersion
- Includes various weapon power-ups, shields, and radar targeting systems
- Unique sci-fi setting with distinct enemy types and environmental hazards
- Fast, responsive gameplay optimized for the Sega CD’s hardware strengths
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Stellar-Fire was developed by Infinite Laser Dog, a small team within Dynamix, better known for PC titles like *Red Baron* and *The Incredible Machine*. It served as a spiritual successor to their earlier PC game *Stellar 7*, retaining the hovercraft combat theme but shifting to a more cinematic presentation. As a Sega CD exclusive, it's become a lesser-known gem among collectors seeking titles that fully embraced the platform’s FMV capabilities.
Additional Details
- Variant: Long Box
- Genre: Shoot-em-up
- Year Released: 1993
- Publisher: Dynamix
- Developer: Infinite Laser Dog
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 020626856331
- SKU: 14769
- Format: Sega CD game disc
- Platform: Sega CD video game system / console
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Sega CD Game Disc Compatibility (NTSC Region)
This chart shows which systems support physical Sega CD game discs:
| System | Supports Sega CD Discs | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sega CD Model 1 | Yes | Front-loading unit designed to pair with Genesis Model 1. Supports all Sega CD discs. |
| Sega CD Model 2 | Yes | Top-loading unit compatible with Genesis Model 2 (and Model 1 via adapter). Supports all Sega CD discs. |
| JVC X’Eye | Yes | Licensed combo unit with built-in Genesis and Sega CD support. Fully compatible with Sega CD discs. |
| Sega CDX | Yes | Compact portable Genesis/Sega CD combo unit. Supports all Sega CD discs. |
| Pioneer LaserActive + PAC-S10 | Yes | Requires Sega PAC-S10 module. Supports Sega CD games, but system is rare and high-maintenance. |
| Polymega (Base Unit) | Yes | Plays Sega CD discs via built-in optical drive & emulation. Over 90% library compatibility. Performance may vary by title. |
Important Information
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- Used discs are professionally resurfaced via our commercial-grade repair system to remove scratches.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
- Backed by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.
* Note on Case Type: The “Case Type” listed above indicates the style of packaging included with this game.
- OEM / Original Long Box – Tall plastic clamshell case used for most retail Sega CD releases.
- OEM / Original Cardboard Box – Used on select late-release retail Sega CD titles.
- Aftermarket Long Box – Replacement case with similar shape/size, but not factory original.
- Generic CD/DVD Case – Used only when original-style cases are unavailable.
If the original case is damaged or missing, we may upgrade it with a clean aftermarket replacement. These may differ slightly in color, texture, dimensions, or materials from Sega’s OEM cases. Please refer to the item description and photos above to confirm the included case type.
Shipping Note: All Sega CD Long Box games (plastic or cardboard) automatically ship in a cardboard box for protection. We never ship Sega CD Long Box games in a bubble mailer.
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