Bionic CommandoGame
By: Capcom
Reviewed by: jphunt
jphunt@mail2.caninet.com
Size: 2 meg (guess)
Save: Password Feature
Released: 1992
Works with all Game Boys

Opening Snide Remarks: After some time going nuts waiting for a sequal for
the original NES Bionic Commando, we finally (sorta) got it. Unfortunately
at first it appeared we got a game boy remake based on the plot, but once you
dive in you'll see this is truly a new adventure.

Gameplay: If you've played Bionic Commando for the NES (And shame on you if 
you haven't.) :) You'll know exactly how this game plays. If you don't know 
it's fun, suspenseful, but at times frustrating if you mis-time your wire 
shot over a chasm.

Graphics: Capcom really did a good job here: character's have good detail,
animation is smooth, and the backgrounds keep a good atmosphere for the
different areas.  The Blue and Green palettes on Game Boy Color work well
here.

Sound: For you BC fans, the sound is tried and true to the original. Every
action has it's own clear distinct sound.

Music: Here's on game that you might want to try hooking up the stereo too.
The music is terrific.  There's one or two remixes from the original NES game
as well.

Play Control: Identical to the NES version It's smooth, fluid and responsive.
It may take a moment to realize you can't jump and that start activates your
special inventory.

Final Analysis: I've always enjoyed Bionic Commando and this installment
lives up to the name.  I'd have to warn that if your a veteran to B.C games
you may finish it in a day or two, their are quite a few levels but the
tricks that worked in the original will work here to.

Score

Gameplay: ****
Graphics: ****
Sound: ****
Music: *****
Play Control: *****

Final Score: 88%

Currently known codes:
If you need to escape an area for whateever reason simultaneusly hold:
START + B + A to return to the helicopter.