Anniversary: The First Handheld ‘Contra’ Is 35 Years Old Today
Konami-coded. Back in the 1980s, and more precisely 1987, Contra in its original arcade format was a game so stunning in its gameplay, its visuals, and its arsenal (you never forget your initial spreader) that everyone who was anyone — which meant I was out from the start — could be spotted at their nearby arcade inserting coins into the machine incessantly. It felt incredible to play (once I finally got my chance) in its seamless side-scrolling platforming…
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