Blaster Master is a classic 1988 action-platformer for the NES, developed by Sunsoft. You control Jason as he pilots the SOPHIA the 3rd battle tank through an expansive subterranean world. The game pioneers a unique mix of side-scrolling vehicular exploration and top-down run-and-gun segments when you leave the tank to explore dungeons on foot.
How to Play
Your objective is to navigate the mutant-filled underworld and defeat the boss of each area to upgrade your tank. Use the Arrow Keys to move, Z to jump (A), X to shoot (B), Enter for Start, and Shift for Select. Press Select while in the tank to hop out and explore smaller areas.
Tips
- When exploring top-down areas on foot, gather weapon capsules to power up Jason’s gun, but be carefulโtaking damage lowers your gun level.
- The tank’s hover module and wall-climbing upgrades are essential for backtracking and reaching new areas, so revisit earlier zones once you have them.
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