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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Super Contra
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1988) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Contra |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Super Contra is a shoot 'em up released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Konami. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Super C or Probotector II: Return of the Evil Forces. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1988. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3.
It is part of the Contra series; on the NES you can also try Contra Force and Contra. The series also appears on other systems with Contra III: The Alien Wars (SNES) and Contra: Hard Corps (Genesis). Konami also made Metal Gear, Castlevania and Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse for the NES.
Super Contra supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Super Contra is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Super Contra cheats & codes
103 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| 1 Life For Both Players | AEXTLIZA |
|---|---|
| 6 Lives For Both Players | IEXTLIZA |
| 9 Lives For Both Players | AEXTLIZE |
| Start At Area 2 | PEETLIAA |
| Start At Area 3 | ZEETLIAA |
| Start At Area 4 | LEETLIAA |
Super Contra walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Super Contra FAQ
When did Super Contra come out on the NES?
Super Contra was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1988.
Who made Super Contra?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Super Contra multiplayer?
Yes. Super Contra supports up to 2 players.
How long does Super Contra take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Super Contra typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Super Contra 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.