Play Contra : The Alien Wars Online

Konami released Contra: The Alien Wars for the Game Boy in 1994, bringing the series' frantic action to Nintendo's handheld. It arrived during a time when portable games often felt like simplified versions of their console counterparts, but this one tried to pack a full experience into a smaller screen. You could tell they put effort into making it feel substantial, even on the go.

You control a lone soldier fighting through alien-infested terrain, moving screen by screen while shooting everything in your path. Your main goal is straightforward: survive each stage and defeat the boss waiting at the end. The game gives you a spread shot and other power-ups to collect, which help when enemies swarm from all directions. It moves quickly and demands sharp reflexes, especially during platforming sections and boss fights. Playing it feels like a constant test of focus and timing, where every mistake costs you.