Judge Dredd (Rev C Dec. 17 1997)

Step into Mega-City One and enforce the law in Acclaim’s Judge Dredd, a two-player shooter released in 1996. As Judge Dredd, players utilize futuristic weaponry to combat waves of criminals and mutants across varied environments, from grimy city streets to sprawling industrial complexes. The gameplay involves navigating levels using an eight-way joystick while utilizing six buttons to fire weapons and perform actions—all while battling a relentless stream of enemies on screen. The game’s development had a unique history; initially conceived under different names before ultimately adopting the Judge Dredd moniker, it predates the popular film adaptation. The visuals were cutting-edge for their time, employing early 3D character models and graphics brought to life by a large team of artists and programmers at Team Gremlin. Interspersed throughout are full-motion video sequences featuring live actors portraying characters like Judge Dredd himself, alongside figures such as Royston Bean and the Mayor. Judge Dredd offers cooperative action for two players, allowing partners to take down crime syndicates together. The game’s technical specifications include a custom SPU processor powering both its graphics and sound effects—all contributing to an immersive experience of law enforcement in a dystopian future.