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Judge Dredd on the Game Boy, released in 1990 by Acclaim, captures the grim tone of the comics in a portable format. It arrived during a time when licensed games often struggled to balance authenticity with playability, and this title leans into straightforward action. You step into the boots of Judge Dredd, tasked with cleaning up the chaotic streets of Mega-City One.

You control Dredd through side-scrolling levels, shooting criminals with your Lawgiver and occasionally switching to melee attacks when ammo runs low. The main objective involves progressing screen by screen, defeating enemies and avoiding environmental hazards. Signature mechanics include managing limited ammunition types and navigating platforming sections that demand careful jumps. The pacing is brisk, and the difficulty can feel unforgiving, with enemies swarming quickly. It feels tense and deliberate, demanding focus at every turn.