Contra Games Collection
Since 1987, Konami's Contra (魂斗羅) has defined co-op shooter excellence with its relentless action, iconic spread gun, and '80s action-movie aesthetic. The series' signature 30-degree upward shot mechanic and screen-filling bosses became benchmarks for arcade-style shooters.
Gameplay Evolution
- Arcade Origins: The 1987 original introduced the Konami Code (↑↑↓↓←→←→BA)- 16-bit Peak: Contra III: The Alien Wars (1992) added mode-7 rotation effects
- Modern Era: Contra: Rogue Corps (2019) experimented with twin-stick controls
Cultural Impact
Dubbed Gryzor in Europe, inspired BroForce and Cuphead. The 'Contra Hard Corps' manga expanded the lore.Why It Endures
With its 2-player couch co-op and 'Nintendo Hard' difficulty, Contra remains the ultimate test of reflexes and teamwork.🎮All Contra Retro Games
Contra
1987
Run and GunThe legendary run-and-gun shooter where commandos Bill Rizer and Lance Bean battle alien forces in a 2D side-scrolling onslaught. Famous for its spread shot power-up and 30-lives 'Konami Code'.
Contra Force
1992
Run and GunA spin-off in the Contra series featuring a team of four special operatives with unique abilities battling terrorists in an urban environment with improved weapon systems.
Super C
1990
Run and GunThe ultimate alien-blasting sequel! Battle through 8 stages as Bill and Lance with enhanced Spread Guns and new overhead-view levels to destroy the Red Falcon organization.
Contra: Hard Corps
1994
Run and GunThe 1994 Genesis-exclusive installment in Konami's legendary run-and-gun series introduces a new elite squad battling a biomechanical terrorist threat in a post-Alien Wars future. Notable for its branching paths, multiple endings, and extreme difficulty.
Contra III: The Alien Wars
1992
Run and GunContra III: The Alien Wars is a run-and-gun shooter developed and published by Konami for the SNES in 1992. The third main entry in the Contra series introduces Mode 7 effects, multi-plane scrolling, and intense boss battles while maintaining the franchise's signature high difficulty. Players control Bill Rizer and Lance Bean battling alien invaders across six action-packed stages.