

While the older games focused more on classic run and gun game play interspersed with boss fights at the end of stages, Contra III deviates from that formula in at least three of its six stages.

The comparison with its older NES brethren, however seems a bit unfair, because I feel Contra III is a different beast altogether. While I won't go so far as to say that, I have to admit that it is a very, very well made game in its own right and deserves all the praise that has been showered upon it.

It is hailed by many as the best in the series. So basically everyone and their next door neighbour knows that this is the third entry in Konami's iconic Contra series which has been challenging gamers worldwide since the late 80's. Contra III - The Alien Wars Review by: drlimple - 8.5/10 Challenging, Laughably OTT and Simply Awesome!!! After countless hours spent trying to beat this game I've finally decided to write up a detailed review of everything that makes it great IMHO.
