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Konami made many classic games during the 80s, and Contra is without a doubt one of the most successful games Konami has ever designed. The game is also a successful remake of its arcade version, and which in my opinion, it excels the latter in many aspects.


Beginning stage of the game

Everyone has played Contra. It turned out to be the kind of game that was permanently attached to the NES name. Contra was the kind of game that did everything right, or close to it. This is the game that set a standard that hasn’t been fully matched to this day.

First Stage Boss

Aliens are invading the Earth, and it’s up to two soldiers to infiltrate their base and destroy the alien heart. What this translates into is unadulterated action where quick thinking and an itchy trigger finger are the skills you’ll need to survive.

Hey idiot…don’t think you hide in the water then i cannot see you la

Let me take a rest on top of this bridge

The Contra plays like any other side-scrolling game with bullets, expect here the bullet count reaches Robotron portions. In Contra, there really isn’t a reason to stop shooting (especially with turbo fire). Kill enemies, overcome obstacles, collector power-ups, and beat the level boss; that’s really all there is to it. In looking back, that’s all there needed to be to it.

Mom! Help!!!

Do you still remember this stage? Well i do! Even it is 14 years ago

The power-ups provide great assistance throughout the game. You start with a standard rifle, and can acquire machine guns, flamethrowers, and lasers. The weapons all have their own distinct advantages to match the player’s style. Smart bombs and invincibility power-ups are also available.

Eat this you baboon

Who can forget this ugly bitch? lol

In between side-scrolling levels, players will have to shoot there way through enemy bases from a behind-the-character view. This mode is an interesting diversion from the rest of the game, though is arguably not as enthralling as the side-scrolling portions. Players must hit certain targets to blow open security doors while avoiding enemy fire, bombs, and rolling canisters. This mode involves ducking fire, waiting for the right moment, and attacking. It’s unique, but not as mindless as the rest of Contra.

Duck and shoot

Where is mario?

Contra’s graphics are definitely top-notch. The beautifully rendered surroundings breath personality, and characters and enemies animate well. Save for some flicker and the occasional plain boss, the graphics are perfect.

Runnnnnnnnnnn!

The game’s sound is everything a game should strive for. Weapon effects are all unique and sound great, and all of the other effects (explosions, mostly) bring the game together. The music is highly memorable, with every track well composed and appropriate for each situation. This is the pinnacle of NES music.

Don’t jump until masuk longkang la

The controls perform very well. Shooting and jumping are all has to be worried about. The heroes can shoot in seven directions while standing, six while running, and eight while jumping; the options are vast and flexible. The only hiccup is the base levels, where more deaths result than necessary due to the sometimes-finicky controls.

Why no monster geh?

Deaths, of course, are common in any case. Contra is a challenging game, with three lives, a handful of continues, and one-hit kills on your side, guarantee ample resistance. Unless you use the Konami Code, this Contra will put up a tough fight.

Farewell my childhood hero

Contra is phenomenal fun that can’t be overestimated. It’s one of the best NES games and a testament to the NES library. A must-have masterpiece.

Kahsoon says:
I miss this game so much! I remember those days where i will go to my neighbour’s house and play this game for hours!! These are the games that makes our childhood so memorable. Looking at all those screenshot makes me recall back all those sweet memories

Heres the online contra game for you to recall back those sweet memories:
Contra Classic Game

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