Operation C Classic
Game Boy · Action / Shooter
Contra III: The Alien Wars
Co-op
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1992) |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Contra |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Konami, Contra III: The Alien Wars arrived on the Game Boy in 1994 as an action game. This Game Boy release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992. It blends action and shooter elements.
It landed about 5 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1994 include Donkey Kong, Mega Man V and Space Invaders.
It is part of the Contra series; on the Game Boy you can also try Operation C, Contra: The Alien Wars and Probotector 2. The series also appears on other systems with Contra III: The Alien Wars (SNES) and Contra Force (NES). Konami also made Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge, Castlevania Legends and Castlevania: The Adventure for the Game Boy.
Contra III: The Alien Wars is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Contra III: The Alien Wars is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Contra III: The Alien Wars cheats & codes
4 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 0103D8C1 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Smart Bombs | 0109DAC1 |
Contra III: The Alien Wars walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Contra III: The Alien Wars FAQ
When did Contra III: The Alien Wars come out on the Game Boy?
Contra III: The Alien Wars was released for the Game Boy in 1994; the original game dates back to 1992.
Who made Contra III: The Alien Wars?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Contra III: The Alien Wars multiplayer?
No. Contra III: The Alien Wars is a single-player game.
How long does Contra III: The Alien Wars take to play?
As an action game, Contra III: The Alien Wars typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Contra III: The Alien Wars on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.