Super Battletank (USA)

Super Battletank landed on the Sega Game Gear as a portable follow-up to the NES original, bringing tank combat to a handheld screen. Released only in the USA, this game puts you behind the controls of a main battle tank during a fictional conflict. It's a straightforward action-simulation hybrid that expects you to drive, aim, and fire at enemy forces across various terrain. The Game Gear version was developed to capture the feel of its console predecessor, though with the smaller screen and limited controls you get a more compact experience.

You pilot your tank through side-scrolling or top-down stages, depending on the mission. The core objective is to destroy enemy tanks, helicopters, and fixed fortifications while managing your armor and ammunition. The game uses a simple crosshair for aiming and a button to fire your main cannon. You also have a machine gun for lighter targets. The challenge comes from balancing movement, aim, and resource management, as enemy fire can quickly wear down your tank. Each mission has a primary goal, often eliminating all threats in an area or reaching a specific point on the map.

For a Game Gear title, Super Battletank is a decent attempt at bringing a more methodical combat sim to a portable system. It's not as deep as its NES sibling but works well in short bursts. The graphics are serviceable, with blocks of green and brown representing tanks and terrain. If you enjoy early-90s tank games like the original Battletank or even something like Desert Strike, this one is worth a quick play. Just don't expect a hardcore simulation - it's a simpler arcade-style take that fits the handheld format nicely.