The European arcade release of Bionic Commando (1987) by Capcom is a legendary run-and-gun platformer that famously removes the jump button entirely. Instead, you step into the boots of Super Joe, equipped with an extendable bionic grappling arm that fundamentally changes how you traverse and fight through each vertical stage.
How to Play
Your mission is to infiltrate enemy territory, swinging across treacherous gaps and blasting heavily armed guards. Because you cannot jump, you must rely entirely on your grappling arm to climb and cross pits. In the browser, use the arrow keys to move and aim your arm. Press Z to fire your rifle and X to launch your grappling hook, pulling you up to higher platforms or letting you swing across large drops.
Tips
- Stun Your Foes: Your bionic arm is not just for movement. Launch it directly at enemies to knock them back and stun them temporarily, giving you time to reposition or line up a shot.
- Control Your Landing: When you respawn, you will parachute back into the action. Steer your descent carefully to bypass difficult segments or land in a safer spot.
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