Senjyo no Ookami

Senjyo no Ookami is a direct port of Capcom's classic arcade run-and-gun shooter Commando, brought to the MSX 1 home computer platform. Released exclusively in Japan during the mid-80s, this title lets players step into the boots of a lone soldier fighting through enemy territory. The MSX version captures the core arcade experience with smaller, more detailed sprites suited to the hardware's resolution.

You control a commando who moves in eight directions across a vertically scrolling battlefield. The goal is simple: shoot every enemy soldier and destroy any obstacles blocking your path while avoiding incoming fire. Grenades provide a limited but powerful area-attack option, and the jungle-themed stages gradually increase in difficulty with more enemies and tighter corridors. The gameplay loop is pure run-and-gun action with no power-ups or complex mechanics - just fast reflexes and good aim.

For MSX 1 owners, Senjyo no Ookami stands out as one of the more polished arcade conversions available on the system. While not as graphically faithful as later ports on more powerful hardware, it still delivers the same frantic action that made the original Commando a hit. If you enjoy top-down shooters from the mid-80s, this is a solid pick that holds up well in short bursts. Just be ready for the steep difficulty curve typical of the era.