Nitro Ball (World, set 1)

Data East Corporation • 1992

Also known as: Gun Ball

Nitro Ball (World, set 1) — Title screen
Title screen
Nitro Ball (World, set 1) — Gameplay
Gameplay

Nitro Ball is a cooperative shooter released by Data East in 1992 that allows up to three players to team up against waves of enemies. Players control characters navigating through distinct environments—ranging from a bizarre football field to an alien world and beyond—while battling robotic opponents. Gameplay combines elements of a walking simulator with shooting mechanics, requiring players to strategically move their characters while firing projectiles at approaching threats in order to progress through each stage. This version, intended for export markets, is based on the earlier Japanese game “Gun Ball,” but features slightly altered level progression compared to its original release. The stages presented include Strange Football, Combat Field, Ghost Town, Aliens World and Space Station, offering a varied visual experience throughout gameplay. Nitro Ball represents a unique blend of action and exploration within a cooperative framework, providing a shared arcade experience for up to three players.

Details

Manufacturer
Data East Corporation
Year
1992
Players
3
Genre
Shooter / Walking
Display
raster, rotated 270°
Emulation status
imperfect
MAME ID
nitrobal

Machine data derived from the MAME project.