Cheat mode
Press [Start] to pause game play, then press [Left Analog-stick Up]x2, [Left Analog-stick Down]x2, [Right
Analog-stick Left], [Right Analog-stick Right], [Right
Analog-stick Left], [Right Analog-stick Right], [L3],
[R3]. A sound will confirm correct code entry. Damage will
be repaired and you will have full missiles. Note: This code can
only be enabled one time per mission.
Play as Ellen McNichol
Focus the game play with Ken. Every time you see Albert,
shoot him down. Try shooting him down in every mission. If done
correctly, Ellen will be unlocked for the space missions. Ellen
has planes such as the Bird Of Prey.
Bonus planes
Successfully complete the game and save when prompted.
Use that saved game to continue a new game. Successfully complete
the Blue Wing Knights mission, then choose another mission. Press
[Square] at the aircraft selection screen to choose from
the Vic-Viper and other bonus planes. The Vic Viper has a longer
range machine gun that can destroy an enemy plane with one hit.
Other bonus planes such as the TwinBee, MX5000, Falsion, Blue
Thunder M-450, Manbou-J, Flint-Rock, Aura-Wing, Jerry Mouse, Block
Shooter, Super Fighter, Penta, Axelay, and Poly will also be unlocked,
depending on how well you performed in your cleared saved game.
You can clear the game on the same file repeatedly to unlock more
planes.
Completion bonuses
Successfully complete the game, then start another
game with your file to begin with all airplanes (including bonus
planes), medals, money, stats, FMV sequences, and replay levels
that were previously unlocked. You can also view all the characters
in a gallery.