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Gain Ground
Gain GroundRescue hostages and battle foes across 50 sci‑fi arcade levels
Terra Lander
Terra LanderRetro arcade shooter where you pilot a lander, manage fuel and dodge doors across 20 challenging levels.
Overview
Description

Gain Ground is a classic arcade‑style action game where you control a team of up to three warriors, each with unique weapons, to navigate 50 increasingly challenging levels. Rescue captive characters, defeat enemies, and reach the exit before time runs out, all while managing limited continues and strategic character swaps. Set in a futuristic 2348 simulation gone rogue, the game blends shooter mechanics with real‑time strategy, offering both solo and cooperative play on PC, Mac, and Linux platforms.

If all fuel dumps are destroyed, the next level grants a doubled fuel tank capacity, adding a strategic twist. Players must avoid moving doors, defeat fiendish enemies, and activate switches to progress, all in a single‑player sci‑fi adventure designed for PlayStation 4, PC, and Nintendo Switch.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Third-Person Shooters
Platformers
Best for
Retro arcade enthusiasts
Casual arcade fans
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
$9.99−50%
release date
1988-11-01
2015-02-06
Specifications
developer
Sega Enterprises, Ltd.
DM Media
publisher
NEC Avenue, Ltd., Sega Enterprises, Ltd., Sega
KISS ltd, Funbox Media
age rating
PEGI 7, ESRB E+133%
ESRB E, PEGI 3
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Rich roster of 20 characters with unique weapons
  • Strategic rescue and character management mechanics
  • Co‑op mode enhances replayability
  • Available on Linux, PC, and Mac
  • Authentic retro arcade feel
  • Strategic fuel management adds depth
  • Increasing difficulty keeps gameplay engaging
  • Cross‑platform availability
Cons
  • Limited continues increase difficulty for newcomers
  • Arcade graphics may feel dated to some players
  • No modern online matchmaking features
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • Simple graphics may not appeal to all
  • Short overall playtime
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