MERCS
MERCS is a 1990 run-and-gun arcade shooter where players control elite mercenaries battling through war-torn environments. Notable for its 3/4 overhead perspective, vehicle hijacking mechanics, and cooperative three-player gameplay with character-specific weapons.
Platform
arcade
Year
1990
Genre
Run and Gun
Developer
Capcom
Controls
About This Game
The game expanded on the Commando formula with destructible environments and multi-directional shooting.
Three playable mercenaries include Wolf (shotgun), Coyote (flamethrower), and Eagle (machine gun) - each with unique special weapons.
Players could commandeer enemy tanks and helicopters, adding strategic depth to combat scenarios.
Its 'life bar' system was innovative for run-and-gun games, allowing sustained damage before losing a life.
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