Gun.Smoke is a classic top-down, vertically scrolling shooter developed by Capcom, released for the Famicom Disk System in 1988. Set in the Wild West, you play as Billy Bob, a bounty hunter on a mission to rid the town of the ruthless Wingate gang. Instead of flying a spaceship, you travel on foot through rugged western landscapes. The game is distinct for its unique multi-directional shooting mechanics and the ability to buy weapon upgrades and a horse from townsfolk using the points you collect as currency.
How to play
Your objective is to reach the end of each stage and defeat the wanted outlaw boss. To do this, you must survive relentless enemy fire while collecting point bags, weapons, and special items like the horse, which gives you extra hits. For the default NES controls in the browser, use the Arrow keys to move. Press Z to shoot left, X to shoot right, and press both Z and X simultaneously to shoot straight ahead. Use Enter for Start and Shift for Select.
Tips
- Always prioritize buying the horse when you find a shop. It acts as an armor upgrade, allowing you to take extra damage before losing a life.
- Master the diagonal shooting. Enemies often approach from angles where straight shots won’t hit them, so getting comfortable with the Z and X buttons is essential.
- Watch out for hidden items in barrels and buildings. Shooting these can reveal powerful upgrades or extra points.
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