Genesis owners were thrilled to finally get a Contra installment, and Konami saved one of the best in the franchise for it’s Sega debut. If you own a Genesis, have at least one friend, and like blowing things up, you simply MUST own this game.
Tag: Run-‘N-Gun
Alien Soldier
Genre: Run-‘N-Gun Developer: Treasure Publisher: Sega Enterprises Players: 1 Released: 1995 Treasure’s releases for the Mega Drive have been, almost without exception, incredible. Gunstar Heroes, Treasure’s first game as Treasure, is considered by many to be the epitome of run-n-gun games, surpassing even the mighty Contra. Dynamite Headdy is a fantastic platformer, with a lot more depth and playability than […]
Doom Troopers: Mutant Chronicles
There is no denying it, considering the time and the limitations of the hardware, Doom Troopers is a pretty gory game. However, unlike the unutterably lame Splatterhouse series, this game uses its goriness to simple effect. It livens up and gives some character and humour to what is otherwise a fairly standard side scrolling platform/adventure game.
Gunstar Heroes
If there’s one thing clearly understood about owning a Sega Genesis, it’s that Gunstar Heroes must be a part of your library. Say what you will about Treasure and how they’re overrated, untalented, etc; but you cannot deny that this is easily their finest hour on the system and arguably their best game overall.
Midnight Resistance
Data East’s arcade hit arrives on the Genesis with guns blazing! Lots of action and big bosses make this game one all run-‘n-gun fans should check out. Read our full review for more information.