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Contra vs Contra 4
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Overview
Description
Contra is a 1987 run and gun action game where players control elite commandos Bill "Mad Dog" Rizer and Lance "Scorpion" Bean on a mission to stop the Red Falcon Organization. The game blends fast‑paced shooting, platforming, and sci‑fi warfare across side‑scrolling levels. Originally an arcade hit, Contra was ported to numerous home systems and remains a benchmark for cooperative shooters, offering both single‑player challenge and two‑player co‑op play.
The game leverages the DS’s two screens for larger‑than‑life set pieces, detailed platforming, and intense shooter gameplay, offering both single‑player and cooperative multiplayer modes for up to two players.
Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Action & Shooter
Action & Shooter
Best for
Retro gamers and arcade fans
Retro action gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$9.99−50%
$19.99
release date
1987-02-01
2007-11-13
Specifications
developer
Konami
WayForward Technologies
publisher
Konami
Konami
age rating
PEGI 7, ESRB E10+
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
50/100
75/100+50%
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Iconic co‑op gameplay
- Fast‑paced, addictive action
- Memorable weapon variety
- Timeless retro graphics
- Faithful to the original Contra feel
- Impressive use of dual screens
- Co‑op mode adds replay value
- Varied enemy designs and boss fights
Cons
- High difficulty may deter newcomers
- Limited save system
- Simple story presentation
- Limited to Nintendo DS platform
- No online multiplayer support
- Difficulty spikes may deter newcomers
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