Konami announces Contra 4 for Nintendo DS

It’s been 15 years since we last saw Contra in all its classic goodness. Some spin-offs have passed, but a true fan would never be satisfied with half-hearted games alone. Rumors teased some hungry gamers a while back. Wait no more: Konami finally announces Contra 4 to celebrate the explosive action series.

The old 2D favorite will appear on the DS with some new features. With the use of dual screens, new deadly abilities, and multiplayer that we all loved – this upcoming series entry promises to deliver unprecedented action. A grappling hook will also allow players to grab onto elements of the environment directly above them

Following the events of Contra III: The Alien Wars, Bill Rizer and Lance Bean will now face a new enemy known only as Black Viper. Hard-boiled mercenaries Mad Dog and Scorpion will be joining the two in their mission to save the world from invaders.

Contra 4 is slated for release this year, developed by WayForward Technologies. Time to take a trip down memory lane and memorize that Konami code; sounds like we’re up for a challenge.

It’s been 15 years since we last saw Contra in all its classic goodness. Some spin-offs have passed, but a true fan would never be satisfied with half-hearted games alone. Rumors teased some hungry gamers a while back. Wait no more: Konami finally announces Contra 4 to celebrate the explosive action series.

The old 2D favorite will appear on the DS with some new features. With the use of dual screens, new deadly abilities, and multiplayer that we all loved – this upcoming series entry promises to deliver unprecedented action. A grappling hook will also allow players to grab onto elements of the environment directly above them

Following the events of Contra III: The Alien Wars, Bill Rizer and Lance Bean will now face a new enemy known only as Black Viper. Hard-boiled mercenaries Mad Dog and Scorpion will be joining the two in their mission to save the world from invaders.

Contra 4 is slated for release this year, developed by WayForward Technologies. Time to take a trip down memory lane and memorize that Konami code; sounds like we’re up for a challenge.