Game Boy · Action / Shooter
Operation C
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Ultra Games |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Contra |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Released for the Game Boy in 1987, Operation C is an action game developed by Konami and published by Ultra Games. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Contra or Probotector. It blends action and shooter elements.
It belongs to the Game Boy's earliest wave of games. Among the 97 Game Boy action games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Contra series; on the Game Boy you can also try Contra III: The Alien Wars, 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.
Operation C 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)
- you want to experience one of the Game Boy's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Operation C 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.
Operation C cheats & codes
52 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 006-CBA |
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Operation C 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.
Operation C FAQ
When did Operation C come out on the Game Boy?
Operation C was released for the Game Boy in 1987.
Who made Operation C?
It was developed by Konami and published by Ultra Games.
Is Operation C multiplayer?
No. Operation C is a single-player game.
How long does Operation C take to play?
As an action game, Operation C 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 Operation C 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.