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Mutation Nation came out in 1992 for the Neo Geo, developed by SNK of America. It was one of the many side-scrolling beat 'em ups on the platform, a genre that was already well established by that time. You pick one of two high school students, Johnny or Ray, who have gained superhuman abilities to fight back against a wave of mutants overrunning their city.

You move from left to right, clearing each screen of enemies before advancing. Your character uses a mix of punches, kicks, and special moves, like shooting fireballs or summoning a screen-clearing explosion at the cost of some health. The main goal is straightforward: fight through each stage and defeat the large boss mutants waiting at the end. The pacing is fast, and the difficulty can feel punishing if you aren't careful with your positioning and health. It feels chaotic and immediate, like wading into a messy brawl where every hit counts.