Contra (PlayChoice-10)

Konami (Nintendo of America license) • 1988

Contra (PlayChoice-10) — Title screen
Title screen
Contra (PlayChoice-10) — Gameplay
Gameplay

Team up with a friend to blast through hordes of enemies in this PlayChoice-10 cartridge version of Konami’s Contra. As soldiers, players navigate scrolling environments filled with relentless attacks from ground and air units. Utilizing an eight-way joystick for movement and two buttons for firing, the gameplay centers on dodging projectiles and eliminating opposition while progressing through increasingly challenging levels. This release leverages unique Nintendo PlayChoice-10 hardware to deliver a side-scrolling platform shooter experience built around twin-player cooperative action. The game’s visuals are presented alongside digitized sound effects, creating a distinct feel compared to standard home console releases. Featuring a Zilog Z80 and N2A03 processor, Contra challenges players with its fast-paced action and demanding level design. Two players can simultaneously control their characters, coordinating attacks against the encroaching forces. The game emphasizes precise movement and timing as you battle through diverse landscapes to overcome the obstacles ahead.

Details

Manufacturer
Konami (Nintendo of America license)
Year
1988
Players
2
Genre
Platform / Shooter Scrolling
Display
raster
Emulation status
good
MAME ID
pc_cntra

Machine data derived from the MAME project.