Heavy Barrel (World)

Data East Corporation • 1987

Heavy Barrel (World) — Title screen
Title screen
Heavy Barrel (World) — Gameplay
Gameplay

In Heavy Barrel, two players infiltrate an underground missile complex overrun by terrorists, tasked with eliminating the enemy leader. This frantic shooter combines on-screen action with a unique control scheme; rotate your character to fire in any direction while navigating hordes of enemies and dodging their attacks. Throughout the game, you’ll collect powerful weapons including a standard machine gun, flame thrower, and fan gun—but the ultimate prize is the titular Heavy Barrel. This devastating energy cannon, assembled from six scattered pieces, can wipe out almost anything it touches with rapid-fire blasts, though its power is temporary. Strategic collection of these components is crucial for survival, especially during challenging platforming sections and against formidable bosses. The game features a variety of grenade types as well, offering another layer of tactical options to overcome the base's defenses. With intense action and cooperative play, Heavy Barrel delivers a thrilling experience requiring quick reflexes and smart weapon management.

Details

Manufacturer
Data East Corporation
Year
1987
Players
2
Genre
Shooter / Walking
Display
raster, rotated 270°
Emulation status
good
MAME ID
hbarrel

Machine data derived from the MAME project.