Commando (US, set 2)

Getting Started

When the game starts, press Enter to insert a coin, then press Enter again to start. You control a commando soldier moving through vertically scrolling jungle and enemy bases. Use the arrow keys to move in eight directions. Press S (B) to fire your standard weapon; you can also press another button to throw a grenade, but the default mapping assigns attack to S. Watch your ammo - fuel is limited and you'll need to pick up supply crates dropped by enemies.

The core loop is straightforward: move up the screen while shooting enemy soldiers, dodging their bullets, and avoiding obstacles. Collect power-ups like the machine gun or spread shot to increase your firepower. Each stage ends with a boss encounter - usually a heavily armored vehicle or a large group of soldiers. If you die, you start over from the beginning of the current level, but you can continue by inserting more credits. There's no save system; it's pure arcade action meant for high-score chases.

New players should focus on learning enemy patterns and conserving grenades for tough spots. The game's difficulty ramps up quickly, so expect to replay early stages multiple times. The US set 2 version is known for being slightly less punishing than the original Japanese release, making it a good entry point for newcomers.