• Studio: Konami
  • Design: Koji Hiroshita,Shigeharu Umezaki,Shinji Kitamoto
  • Music: Kazuki Muraoka,Hidenori Maezawa,Kiyohiro Sada
  • This Game is: 38 years old / 1987
  • Console: Nintendo Entertainment System
  • Manual: View PDF
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Description

Immerse yourself in Contra, an iconic run-and-gun action game developed by Konami in 1987. Play as 'Mad Dog' Rizer or 'Scorpion' Bean, two military commandos on a mission to neutralize the terrorist group, the Red Falcon Organization. This game offers diverse gameplay with over 10 action-packed areas, each filled with unique challenges. Experience two types of stages, including standard side view and unique 3D maze stages set inside enemy bases. In addition, Contra features a cooperative mode, demanding coordination and strategy. Each version of the game provides a different narrative and gameplay experience, making it a timeless classic in the world of retro gaming.

Game Controls

Use the NES controller or PC keyboard for game controls. Move the player with left, right, up, or down keys. The A button makes the player jump, while the B button allows the player to shoot. Use the Select button to choose between a one or two-player game and the Start button to pause or start the game.

Q
(Eject)
E
(Swap Disks)
Enter
(Start)
Z
(A)
X
(B)
V
(Select)