Contra is a legendary run-and-gun shooter released for the arcade by Konami in 1987. Taking on the role of elite commandos, you must battle through jungles, waterfalls, and pseudo-3D bases to stop the alien Red Falcon Organization. The game defined the cooperative action genre, requiring lightning-fast reflexes to survive relentless waves of enemies and towering boss fights.
How to Play
Your goal is to reach the end of each stage and destroy the boss without getting hit, as a single enemy or bullet costs a life. In the browser emulator, move and aim in eight directions using the arrow keys. Shoot with Z, jump with X, insert coins using Shift, and press Enter to start.
Tips
- Prioritize the Spread Gun: The flying capsule marked with an “S” drops the Spread gun, firing a wide arc of bullets that is invaluable for crowd control and bosses.
- Shoot while jumping: You can fire in any direction while in a spin-jump, allowing you to safely take out elevated turrets and snipers without stopping your momentum.
- Lie down to dodge: Holding the down arrow lets your character lie completely flat, which causes most standing enemy fire to pass safely overhead.
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