Cosmic Cop World (originally known as Armed Police Unit Gallop) is a high-speed horizontal scrolling shooter developed by Irem and released in arcades in 1991. Set in the same universe as the legendary R-Type series, you take the role of a private security pilot navigating the R-11B Peace Maker spacecraft to hunt down “Mad Cars” driven berserk by the Bydo empire. The game stands out from traditional shooters with its variable scroll speed mechanic: the further right you position your craft, the faster the screen scrolls, creating an exhilarating and risky chase through the game’s five zones.
How to Play
Use the directional controls to maneuver your ship. In the browser, the default arcade layout maps your primary forward-firing guns to the main action button (Z) and your lock-on laser to the secondary button (X). Insert coins with Shift and press Enter to start. Your lock-on laser automatically targets enemies but drains an energy meter, requiring careful management during intense fights.
Tips
- Control the speed: Pushing towards the right edge of the screen increases the scroll speed, which is necessary to catch fleeing targets and earns you significant time bonus points at the end of a stage.
- Manage your laser: Do not rely solely on the lock-on laser. Use your standard weapons and secondary missiles (anti-air, anti-ground, or napalm) for regular enemies so your energy is fully charged for bosses and large threats.
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