Contra
Release Date: November 8, 2006
Arcade, splitscreen, Xbox exclusive, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
Contra is a refreshed version of the classic two-dimensional shooter of the genre "Continuously move in one direction and destroy everything on your way". The original made its commercial debut in the second half of the 1980s on a variety of hardware platforms, while the remake was dedicated to the Xbox 360 platform.
In Contra, the world has been invaded and only two soldiers stand between the alien menace known as Red Falcon and the total annihilation of humanity. Lance and Bill, two veteran Special Ops soldiers, must fight their way through jungles, steel fortresses, and frozen tundra to rid the world of Red Falcon and all its minions.
Using high-tech weaponry such as the Mini Laser, the Fireball, and the dreaded Spread Gun, it's time to teach some alien scum not to mess with Earth. Enhanced for Xbox Live Arcade, the new version of Contra includes online multiplayer to play with your friends, leaderboards to go for your best score, achievements, updated graphics, and new sound effects.
* New visuals: Enjoy enhanced artwork including rendered new bullet effects and explosions.
* New sounds: Experience the fresh sound effects and tunes.
* New modes: Battle co-op with a buddy over Xbox Live.
* Classic action: Play through eight levels of ever-increasing challenge and excitement.
Last updated on August 14, 2015
Contra Summary
Contra System Requirements
Xbox 360
Supports: Xbox Live
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Adrian Werner
September 23, 2020