Bren McGuire
The armored warrior controlled by the player and the central protagonist of the Turrican series.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move, crouch, and aim |
|---|---|
B | Jump |
Y | Fire |
Start | Pause the game |
How it plays
How does Super Turrican play?
The game uses a side-view perspective and follows Bren through six large, exploration-focused stages. The main objective is to reach each stage's exit while surviving enemies, hazards, and a powerful boss encounter.
Bren can run, jump, crouch, fire in multiple directions, and use special abilities such as the energy rope and a temporary protective sphere. Hidden passages and item caches provide weapon power-ups, extra energy, and other advantages. The game is primarily a single-player campaign with no conventional character-level system; progression comes from discovering equipment and learning each stage's layout.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Super Turrican?
Explore before committing to the exit. Many stages hide weapon upgrades, energy refills, and routes that make later encounters safer.
Conserve powerful ammunition for bosses and dense enemy groups. Use the protective sphere to inspect narrow passages or avoid hazards, but remember that it consumes energy.
Learn enemy placement and hazard timing rather than rushing. The energy rope is especially useful for reaching platforms and opening alternate paths.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Search walls, ceilings, and dead ends for concealed passages and power-ups.
- 2
Keep an eye on energy before using the protective sphere.
- 3
Use the weapon with the best range for crowded corridors and reserve stronger shots for bosses.
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