Special Forces Soldier
The unnamed commando controlled by the player during the infiltration mission.
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D-pad | Move left or right; press Up or Down to climb ladders when available. |
|---|---|
A | Jump. |
B | Attack with the currently selected weapon. |
Select | Switch available weapon. |
Start | Start the game or pause during play. |
How it plays
The game uses a two-dimensional side view. The objective is to move from left to right through four enemy-held areas, defeat soldiers and hazards, and reach the stage goal before time expires.
The player can run, crouch, jump, climb ladders, and attack. Knife strikes are the default attack; grenades, bazookas, and flamethrowers can be collected and used for a limited time. Enemy patterns, projectiles, pits, and scrolling-screen hazards create the main challenge. Completing a stage advances the operation, while losing all lives ends the game unless a continue is available.
Plan your run
Stay mobile and attack enemies before they enter striking range. The knife is fast and reliable, but approaching directly can be dangerous against firearms and airborne threats.
Meet the cast
The unnamed commando controlled by the player during the infiltration mission.
Before you begin
The knife can defeat many enemies efficiently when attacks are timed at close range.
Temporary weapons are limited, so use them where they solve a dangerous encounter.
Memorizing enemy spawn points makes later attempts much more consistent.
Rush'n Attack is a side-scrolling action game developed and published by Konami for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987. It is the console version of the arcade game known in Japan as Green Beret, and places a lone commando behind enemy lines during a Cold War-style military operation. The game combines platforming with fast arcade combat. The commando primarily uses a combat knife, while temporary weapons add variety and firepower. Four compact stages demand quick movement, enemy recognition, and careful use of limited opportunities. Its intense pace and memorable knife-focused combat helped make it a recognized NES action title, although its difficulty and limited continues can be demanding.
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