- Studio: SNK Corporation
- Design: Zero Obj Hiromi,Vector Higashi
- Music: Toshikazu Tanaka,Kikuko Hataya
- This Game is: 37 years old / 1988
- Console: Nintendo Entertainment System
- Manual: View PDF
Description
"SNK's P.O.W.: Prisoners of War, originally released in 1988, is a retro side-scrolling beat 'em up game that offers a unique blend of action and strategy. As a military prisoner, players must fight their way out of their cell and infiltrate the enemy base to defeat their leader. The game features four intense stages filled with different types of enemy soldiers and occasional vehicular attacks. Special attacks, powerful weapons, and strategic controls add a layer of depth to the gameplay. The Nintendo Entertainment System version introduces new enemies, power-ups, and an altered control system, making it a unique single-player experience. With its vintage graphics and high-intensity action, P.O.W.: Prisoners of War offers a nostalgic trip back to the golden age of arcade games.
Game Controls
The game is controlled using an eight-way joystick and three action buttons for punching, kicking, and jumping. Special attacks can be performed by pressing two buttons simultaneously. Weapons can be picked up from defeated enemies, changing the control dynamics.
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