Contra III: The Alien Wars
1992 · SNES
16-bit sequels
Also available in: Contra Anniversary Collection
What it is
Contra goes full SNES apocalypse with rotating overhead stages, screen-filling bosses, and co-op chaos at peak speed.
Releases & editions
| Platform | Year | Edition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNES | 1992 | SNES | NA |
| SNES | 1992 | Super Famicom | JP |
| SNES | 1992 | Super Probotector | EU |
Where it sits for newcomers
Recommended entry #1
The most immediate classic Contra: huge bosses, readable spectacle, and the right amount of 16-bit excess.
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