Konami’s famous run ‘n’ gun series has spanned decades and continues to this day. A new game is on the horizon, and players unfamiliar with the franchise may be interested in its history. Or perhaps ...

More than almost any other game from its era, Contra made its name on being brutally difficult: a legacy with an impact that can still be felt today. Even cultural touchstones like the Konami Code owe ...

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GameSpot may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases through links. Konami has announced a new entry in its popular Contra series, as ...

All the Latest Game Footage and Images from Contra: Operation Galuga The legendary Contra series is back! Contra: Operation Galuga is a modern reimagining of the classic run-‘n’-gun action game from ...

The action genre is a fairly nebulous one, with plenty of minor examples and riffs that stand out from other styles of gameplay. The most famous is likely the shooter, which serves as the ultimate ...

All the Latest Game Footage and Images from Contra Returns Remember the secret code: Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A to get extra lives? After a 30-year hiatus, the Contra you know ...