If you love fast-paced action games, Contra may be the game for you. This side-scrolling shooter, which first came out in 1987, is known for its nefarious nature. Contra is considered an entry into the hardcore arcade gamer genre. In this game, you take on the role of commando agent Bill Rizer and must eliminate game bosses to complete the levels.
Contra is an action-platforming game, with side-scrolling levels, real-time combat, and various modes of play. You can play as a solo character or team, take on challenges, or engage in PvP battles with other players. The game is available for all platforms, including mobile devices and the web browser.
The Contra game was partially developed. A number of projects were cancelled after the end of the 1990s because of lack of interest. During this time, the Amiga version of Contra was still under development. Although the Amiga version was never released, some websites listed screenshots. This suggests that the Commodore version was developed by a separate Konami division.
The Contra team had plans to create many online multiplayer modes. One was online coop, which would split up the team into two teams and play against each other. Another was an online Versus mode, which would be like a first-person shooter in a virtual reality environment.