Contra
Game by Konami
Reviewed by Robby Cox
koi@magicnet.net
Save: None
Released: 1988
Works with: N/A
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Opening Snide Remarks: This game is one the absolute milestones in 
videogames.

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Gameplay Descripion: Contra is a side scrolling action game.  There are a few
platform elements, but basically it's kill or be killed.  The levels are 
spread out among standard side scrolling levels and the pseudo-3D levels that
have a Tomb Raider-like perspective.  This was revolutionary.  The game is 
a blast to play with 2 players, but it's extremely fun to play, period. 
Liked: Classic gameplay.
Hated: Nothing.

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Graphics Description: Contra graphics look like an above average NES game.  
The characters are small, but are rather colorful.  The backgrounds are 
awesome, as are the bosses. 
Liked: Good graphics.
Hated: Nothing.

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Sound/Music Description: Contra has some great music and sound fx.  They were
excellent and really showed what the NES could do.
Liked: Great music.
Hated: Nothing.

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Play Control/Game Design: Contra controls pefectly.  The controls are easy
to learn and are extremely responsive.  The game design is great, as well.
Liked: Perfect controls.
Hated: Nothing.

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Improve: Nothing.

RIYL: Other games in the Contra series. 

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Final Words: Contra is a legendary videogame that deserves it legendary 
status.  If you don't have a copy of this game, you must track one down 
immediately. 

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Score
Gameplay: *****
Graphics: ****
Sound/Music: ****
Play Control/Game Design: *****
Personal Opinion: *****
Total: 23 out of 25
Final Score: 92 %

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Currently Known Codes: None.

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