All articles tagged with #contra
Originally Published 6 months ago — by WhatCulture.com
The article discusses the ongoing presence of classic gaming franchises like Contra, which, despite declining popularity and mixed recent releases, continue to exist and occasionally see new entries, highlighting the resilience of these beloved series even as they struggle to regain their former glory.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gematsu
Vampire Survivors is set to release on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 this summer, with a new Contra-themed downloadable content titled "Operation Guns feat. Contra" launching on May 9 for all existing platforms and later for the new PlayStation versions. The DLC brings classic Contra elements to the game, including build-focused characters, a variety of weapons, and an arcade-hard difficulty curve.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Kotaku
Tomm Hulett, director of Contra: Operation Galuga, discusses capturing the classic Contra feel while updating gameplay for a new era. The game maintains the familiar thrill of blasting enemies and facing massive biomechanical monstrosities, while offering the option to play with HP instead of one-hit kills. Konami aimed to make the game challenging yet accessible, incorporating unlockable perks to give players an edge. The game retells the original Contra story with expanded world-building and evolved 2D gameplay, and WayForward's experience with Contra 4 informed their work on the new game.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Push Square
Contra: Operation Galuga marks a return to form for the classic run-'n'-gun series, with WayForward delivering a game that captures the infectious spirit of the original. Featuring throwbacks to the original game and Contra: Hard Corps, the title introduces new characters with unique mechanics and a perk system to adjust difficulty. While the story mode is short, the Arcade and Challenge modes offer great replayability, making it a must-play for fans of the classic Contra games.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Contra: Operation Galuga offers a marginally modernized version of the classic run-and-gun arcade game, staying faithful to its roots with familiar levels and characters while introducing new playable characters and 2D stages. The game features small combat tweaks like weapon upgrades and overload systems, but ultimately falls short in delivering surprises and evolutionary changes, resulting in a nostalgic yet underwhelming experience for fans of the Contra series.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Contra: Operation Galuga is a reimagining of the classic Contra series, featuring upgraded mechanics and levels for modern gaming. The game introduces new features such as overloads and weapon stacking, while staying true to the series' tough difficulty. With a playable demo available and a release date set for March 12, fans of the original Contra and newcomers alike can look forward to a nostalgic yet refreshed gaming experience.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Game Informer
Konami has released a new trailer for Contra: Operation Galuga, a reimagining of the NES original. The trailer introduces the six playable heroes, each with unique abilities and backgrounds. The game will feature classic run-and-gun action with up to four players, and players can purchase perks from an in-game shop. Contra: Operation Galuga is set to release early next year for PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and PC.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Gematsu
Publisher Konami and developer WayForward have released a new trailer and details for Contra: Operation Galuga, a side-scrolling run-and-gun shooter set to release in early 2024. The game will feature a robust playable character roster and a thrilling narrative, following the mission of elite soldiers Bill Rizer and Lance Bean as they investigate and neutralize threats from the Red Falcon terrorist group. Players will have access to over six hardcore heroes, including Bill Rizer, Lance Bean, Ariana, Lucia, Lt. Stanley Ironside, and Probotector. The game will also include a Challenge Mode with 30 missions and a Perk Shop for upgrading character abilities. Contra: Operation Galuga will be available on multiple platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and PC.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Nintendo Life
Konami's upcoming game, Contra: Operation Galuga, will not have a physical edition on the Nintendo Switch, as boxed copies will include a download code instead of a cartridge. This decision has disappointed Contra fans and Switch collectors, suggesting that Konami may not want to invest in fitting the game onto a cartridge. This is not the first time Konami has done this, as the recently released Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 also required users to download games despite having a physical cartridge. Despite the disappointment, the game itself looks promising, as showcased in a recent gameplay trailer.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Nintendo Life
Konami has released a new trailer for Contra: Operation Galuga, showcasing gameplay footage of the upcoming Switch game developed by WayForward. The trailer introduces the playable cast of characters, including the iconic duo Bill Rizer and Lance Bean, as well as the cybernetic soldier Probotector. The game will support up to two players in Story Mode and four players in Arcade Mode. Operation Galuga is set to release on the Switch in early 2024.