Tasuke
One of the two electrically modified heroes and a playable character.
How it plays
The game uses a side-view perspective. Players move through linear stages, defeat mechanical and alien enemies, cross platforms, and reach a boss at the end of each area.
The two playable heroes share the same basic objective. Progress depends on learning enemy patterns, timing jumps, and using attacks at close range. A two-player mode allows both heroes to fight together, while each completed stage advances the story and leads to a new boss encounter.
Plan your run
Stay near the center of the screen so approaching enemies can be handled without being pushed into hazards. Attack before enemies reach striking distance, then jump over groups that are difficult to interrupt.
Bosses are easier when you prioritize survival over rapid damage. Watch their movement cycles, strike during recovery windows, and avoid standing directly beneath falling or charging attacks. In two-player mode, spread out enough to avoid both players being hit by the same attack.
Meet the cast
One of the two electrically modified heroes and a playable character.
The second playable hero, who joins Tasuke in defending the town.
Before you begin
Learn the timing of basic jumps before attempting rapid platform sections.
Use short attacks and reposition immediately after each hit.
Two-player mode can divide enemy pressure, but crowded areas require careful spacing.
Kaizou Choujin Shubibinman is a Japanese action platformer developed by NCS and published by Masaya for the PC Engine in 1989. Players control one of two electrically enhanced heroes defending their town from an alien invasion. The game combines side-scrolling platforming with close-range combat, giving each stage a steady rhythm of jumping, attacking, and avoiding hazards. Its short stages, two-player support, and straightforward controls make it approachable, while enemy placement and boss encounters provide most of the challenge. The game received several sequels and became the foundation of a recognizable PC Engine action series, although it remained less widely known outside Japan.
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