Contra: Operation Galuga Reviews
Contra Operation Gulag is a good attempt to bring the first Contra game to the modern market, it offer a solid run and gun action that will please the hardcore fans, but it definitely lacks the polish or artstyle to bring in new ones and the price it ask for is more than what the game has to offer
Review in Arabic | Read full review
It's great to see a dying franchise back on its feet, both with its beloved classic gameplay and new mechanics that feel fresh. One of the best games in the series.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
My gaming chum and I had a ton of fun with Contra: Operation Galuga and although it doesn't live up to classics such as the peak of run 'n' gun action, Hard Corps, there's certainly a lot to love here, especially with its varied assortment of playable characters. 💥
At last, after so many years, there’s a successor that hasn’t forgotten the traditions, yet has still embraced the modern era. The comfort features and the various difficulty levels ensure that absolutely everyone can enjoy it. Contra also looks brilliant and sounds great; the developer has got everything spot on here too.
Review in German | Read full review
Contra: Operation Galuga is a fantastic return to the classic 2D run-and-gun shoot ’em up genre, in the legendary style of the NES Contra. The new visual style suits the game perfectly, and everything is enhanced by the series’ signature soundtrack. The game also features several new levels, a rogue-lite-style Perk Shop, and weapon upgrades. This nostalgic experience is slightly marred by finicky control settings that require frequent re-saving and the need to use a controller during co-op play. However, if you’re a Contra fan and aren’t put off by the higher price, this game definitely won’t disappoint you.
Review in Czech | Read full review
Contra: Operation Galuga is ok for a weekend get-away but it doesn't do enough to stand apart from the thousands of better run & gunners on the eShop. If you want to play a good Contra game, look no further than the Contra Anniversary Collection.
Contra: Operation Galuga is a title that carefully manages the ingredients for a product balanced between past and future, updating an important brand like that of Contra.
Review in Italian | Read full review
For me, Operation Galuga has reignited my passion for Contra, and I believe many longtime fans of the series will immediately feel at home as well. The difficulty level is moderate for Contra veterans, though it will still make you curse at certain points. The strong selection of stages and music is sure to make any fan’s heart beat faster, and the multiplayer experience in particular feels excellent.
Review in German | Read full review
Contra: Operation Galuga isn’t just a one-for-one remake with a facelift of the Konami classic from 37 years ago. It adds more context to the story and isn’t afraid to change things up.
On the Series X, Contra: Operation Galuga is definitely a fun title. While the game's story is run-of-the-mill, and the static cutscenes and clunky narrative ensure that the game isn't a standout. But if you like run-'n-gun action, you can't go wrong with this title.
Review in German | Read full review
Played with friends, Operation Galuga delivers exactly what it promises. A frenetic and over-the-top run-and-gun experience that is perfect for couch co-op sessions. In an era of 100 hour epics and online games-as-a-service sludge, Operation Galuga feels like a breath of fresh air. It’s simple, direct, and precisely what we need right now.
Contra: Operation Galuga brings the Contra series back to its former glory. This run-and-gun shooter is best enjoyed with friends; however, newcomers to the series may struggle to be drawn in.
Contra: Operation Galuga is a delight for series fans and shooter enthusiasts. With its Perk system, multiple difficulty levels, and three game modes, it’s one of the most accessible yet challenging titles in the genre. It offers hours of arcade fun despite a short campaign. Technically, it’s enjoyable and smooth, making it a recommended experience.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Contra: Operation Galuga marks the return to the scenes of Konami's historic series after a hiatus of several years, especially if we go back to dredge up the last installment with a quality worthy of this IP's prestige. The developers at WayForward painstakingly reworked the classic run 'n gun action game of the 1980s, managing to replicate the original feel with a little splash of modernity. The operation is certainly successful, yet the more orthodox features of the saga (edginess of difficulty, primarily) may still be a relevant deterrent for many players today.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Contra: Operation Galuga is a re-release of a cult game that is definitely worth playing for those nostalgic for the old Metal Slug-style run'n' gun games. Konami's production succeeds in entertaining thanks to a frenetic and satisfying gameplay, which is however counterbalanced by an unexceptional artistic compartment and by a longevity that is risible, even including the extra modes contained here.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Contra Operation Galuga is an interesting title especially for fans of the genre, admittedly not without flaws. It lacks on the frame-rate and the landscapes are a bit lacking in detail but overall thanks to the well-done boss battles, the wide range of enemies and the multiplayer/arcade if you feel like doing more than one game to turn off your brain it is a perfect game.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Contra: Operation Galuga is a polished experience that gave me exactly what I want when playing a Contra game: cool weapons, cool bosses and loads of eye-candy action. With three modes (plus an unlockable Speedrun mode), nine playable characters and a bunch of great perks to unlock, this is a run-and-gun action game offering a sizable amount of content.
The overall visual effect, although it tries to recall something from the past, looks like a jumble of things that proves the confusion of the creators who wanted to bring something old into the present, but chose a mediocre way.
Review in Greek | Read full review
Contra: Operation Galuga is a prime example of a game that feels fresh and retro at the same time.
Contra: Operation Galuga marks the return of Konami's classic, with a game that respects its legacy and offers a challenging experience but updated to the current times. a new opportunity for the saga and a neat, effective and fun game. It is full of details, winks and references to the franchise that denote the love and care with which it was developed, making it a must for every fan of 'The Big C'.
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