Robocop (World, revision 4)

Data East Corporation • 1988

Robocop (World, revision 4) — Title screen
Title screen
Robocop (World, revision 4) — Gameplay
Gameplay

Step into the gritty world of 1987's RoboCop in this action-packed platform shooter for two players. As the cyborg law enforcer, you navigate nine levels mirroring the film’s narrative, battling OCP forces and striving to dismantle their corrupt operations. Progressing through each stage involves jumping over obstacles, punching crates out of your path, and utilizing an infinite machine pistol – though finding and equipping powerful weapon upgrades like the Cobra Gun or Dual Laser can significantly improve your firepower. Beyond the main platform stages, bonus rounds challenge you to quickly destroy targets for extra health, adding a layer of skill-based reward. Throughout your mission, be mindful of hostage situations; rescuing civilians requires precise timing and careful aiming to avoid unintended casualties – failure results in a health penalty. Iconic audio samples from the movie soundtrack and RoboCop’s signature phrases immerse players in the film's atmosphere. The game features escalating challenges, requiring strategic use of power-ups, smart navigation through complex environments like construction sites and industrial complexes, and careful observation of enemy patterns to succeed. Discover hidden baby food jars for health restoration and exploit level-specific tactics – such as manipulating an elevator in the Junkyard level – for potential high scores.

Details

Manufacturer
Data East Corporation
Year
1988
Players
2
Genre
Platform / Shooter Scrolling
Display
raster
Emulation status
imperfect
MAME ID
robocop

Machine data derived from the MAME project.