Play Sidewinder (Australia) (Unl) (HES) Online
You pilot a tiny helicopter in tight circles, weaving between missiles while picking off tanks and planes—simple controls, but the chaos ramps up fast. That Australian title’s misleading—just pure top-down shooter tension with a weirdly addictive flow.
Sidewinder for the NES was an unlicensed release in Australia, published by HES. It arrived during a period when the console's library was expanding with many straightforward action titles, and it fits right into that category of no-fuss, immediate gameplay.
You control a small helicopter viewed from above, maneuvering through enemy-filled screens. Your objective is to survive as long as possible, destroying tanks, planes, and other vehicles that close in from all sides. The helicopter moves in a constant circular pattern, which you can only adjust by changing direction; this creates a unique challenge as you weave between incoming fire. Enemy projectiles come fast, and the screen quickly becomes crowded, demanding quick reflexes and careful positioning. It feels tense and relentless, a test of focus more than anything else.
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