• Studio: SNK Corporation
  • Design: Keiko Iju
  • Music: Jas C. Brooke
  • This Game is: 39 years old / 1986
  • Console: Nintendo Entertainment System
  • Manual: View PDF
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Description

Ikari Warriors is a renowned arcade classic developed by SNK and released in North America and Europe in 1986. This game set the stage for SNK's breakthrough into the US market, and swiftly became a beloved staple in the world of retro gaming. Ikari Warriors is a vertical scrolling shooter that stands out, thanks to its innovative use of rotary joysticks and a two-player mode. Players take on the roles of Colonel Ralf and Second Lieutenant Clark, well-known from the King of Fighters series, as they navigate through endless waves of enemies. The game was designed by Keiko Iju, drawing inspiration from popular Rambo films. Ikari Warriors also includes vehicles and various power-ups to aid you in your quest for victory. This game was the first to popularize rotary joysticks, which could be rotated and pushed in eight directions, offering an unprecedented level of control. The game also includes a standard gun and grenade usage, further enhancing the gameplay. Join the ranks of players worldwide, including Guinness World Record holder Stan Szczepanski, and immerse yourself in the thrill of Ikari Warriors.

Game Controls

The game uses rotary joysticks that can be rotated and pushed in eight directions. It also features two buttons, one for the standard gun and another for lobbing grenades.

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