Play Soldiers of Fortune on Snes Online

Soldiers of Fortune came out on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993, developed by The Bitmap Brothers. It was part of that wave of games trying to bring a more detailed, almost PC-like run-and-gun experience to the console, with a distinct steampunk look that stood out among the platformers and RPGs of the time.

You control one of two mercenaries, Hawk or Coyote, moving screen by screen through industrial levels overrun by mechanical enemies. Your main goal is to fight your way to the end of each stage, shooting everything that moves while collecting power-ups and keys to open new paths. The signature mechanics involve careful aiming with a limited arsenal, managing your ammo for different weapon types, and navigating environmental hazards that can kill you just as quickly as the enemies. The pacing is fast and the difficulty is punishing, demanding quick reflexes and smart positioning. It feels like a tense, clockwork gauntlet where every shot and every dodge matters.