Strap on your experimental rocket suit in Rocket Ranger, an ambitious action-adventure game released for the NES in 1990 by Kemco. Originally developed by Cinemaware, this unique title blends strategic global map management with arcade-style action sequences. You play as a hero tasked with stopping an alternate-history invasion, flying across the world to intercept enemy zeppelins, engaging in fistfights with guards, and uncovering a sprawling global conspiracy.
How to Play
Your objective is to gather rocket parts and secure enough lunarium fuel to eventually launch an attack on the enemy’s moon base. The game features multiple gameplay styles, from side-scrolling shoot-’em-up segments to strategic planning on a world map. Use the Arrow Keys to move your character or navigate menus. Press Z and X to punch, shoot, or make selections, and use Enter or Shift to pause or access your status screen.
Tips
- Conserve your lunarium fuel meticulously. If you run out while flying over the ocean, it is an instant game over.
- Always pay attention to the messages from your secret agents. They provide vital clues about which countries currently hold the rocket parts needed to win the game.
- In the dogfighting sequences, try to stay near the bottom of the screen to give yourself more time to dodge incoming enemy fire.
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