Aliens (Japan set 1)
Aliens (Japan set 1) Overview
Aliens (Japan set 1) is a side-scrolling run and gun arcade game released by Konami in 1990, based on the film franchise. This version is the Japanese revision of the original arcade board, which saw widespread release in arcades worldwide but this particular set was intended for the Japanese market. The game is a classic example of late-80s arcade action, built on Konami's then-modern hardware and known for its tight controls and intense Alien-themed shooting.
How to Play Aliens (Japan set 1) Online
Getting Started
When you start the game, you are dropped into the first stage with your marine character armed with a pulse rifle. The core loop is straightforward: move left to right across the screen, shooting aliens and destroying obstacles while collecting power-ups and extra weapons. The D-Pad moves your character, and the B button (S key) fires your weapon. You can also jump using the A button (X key) to avoid ground-based attacks or reach higher platforms.
The game is divided into multiple stages, each ending with a boss fight against a large alien or a military vehicle. Health is displayed as a bar, and you can find health pickups and weapon upgrades by shooting crates or killing certain enemies. If you die, you can continue by inserting more credits; the Japanese version uses continue prompts in Japanese, but the interface is simple enough that you can navigate by trial and error. The goal is to survive the onslaught and reach the end of each stage.
Aliens (Japan set 1) Keyboard Controls
Controls
- Arrow Keys: Joystick / Movement
- X: Button 1
- S: Button 2
- Z: Button 3
- A: Button 4
- Q: Button 5
- E: Button 6
- Enter: Start / 1P
- V: Coin / Insert
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