Psycho Soldier Us is the North American arcade release of SNK’s pioneering 1987 side-scrolling action platformer. Starring Athena Asamiya and Sie Kensou, players battle through mutant-infested stages using psychic projectiles. The game holds a special place in arcade history as one of the very first titles to feature a fully digitized vocal soundtrack that plays continuously during the action.
How to Play
Your goal is to survive the side-scrolling stages, defeat the boss at the end of each area, and rack up a high score by defeating enemies and breaking blocks. Because this is an arcade emulation, you must insert virtual coins before starting.
- Insert Coin: Shift (or 5)
- Start: Enter (or 1)
- Move / Change Platforms: Arrow Keys
- Action / Attack: Z, X
Tips
- Psycho Orbs as a Shield: The energy spheres you collect will orbit your character, acting as a defensive barrier against enemy projectiles.
- Break Blocks Carefully: Attack the destructible blocks scattered throughout the levels to reveal weapon upgrades and point items, but stay alertโsome blocks hide enemies.
- The Ultimate Transformation: If you collect the rare transformation item while your psycho energy is fully upgraded, Athena will turn into a devastating Phoenix (and Kensou into a Dragon) for a short period of invincibility.
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