Play Iron Man X-O Manowar in Heavy Metal Online

Iron Man X-O Manowar in Heavy Metal came out on Game Boy in 1996, published by Acclaim Entertainment. It was one of those many licensed titles that tried to stand out on the handheld, blending comic book heroes with a side scrolling action format. The game didn't redefine the platform, but it offered a solid, straightforward experience for anyone looking to burn through some aliens and robots.

You choose to play as either Iron Man or X-O Manowar, each with their own attack styles; Iron Man uses repulsor blasts, while X-O Manowar swings a massive energy sword. The goal is to fight through screen by screen corridors, defeating all the enemies to proceed. You collect power ups to restore health and occasionally find temporary weapon upgrades. The pacing is quick, and the difficulty can spike unexpectedly, especially during boss fights. It feels like a competent, if unspectacular, run and punch adventure from that era.