Summary
- Release Year: 1990
- Genres: Platform, Shooter
- Platforms: Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, Wii
- Developers: Sega Enterprises, Ltd.
- Publishers: Sega Corporation, Sega Enterprises, Ltd., Tec Toy
ESWAT: City Under Siege (1990)
ESWAT: City Under Siege is a side-scrolling run and gun game developed by Sega and released for the Sega Genesis in 1990. The game is set in a futuristic megalopolis that has been besieged by wanted criminals. The player takes control of a police officer who must use his service weapon and cybernetic suit to stop the criminals and restore order to the city.
ESWAT: City Under Siege is a unique game in the run and gun genre. It features platforming elements, a variety of enemies, and a futuristic setting. The game is also notable for its use of a cybernetic suit, which gives the player character increased protection and firepower.
Gameplay
The player controls a police officer who must fight his way through hordes of criminals in order to restore order to the city. The player can use his service weapon, a variety of power-ups, and a cybernetic suit to defeat his enemies.
The game is divided into six stages, each with its own unique boss. The stages are set in a variety of locations, including the streets of the city, a construction site, a factory, and a laboratory.
Enemies
The player will face a variety of enemies in ESWAT: City Under Siege, including soldiers, robots, and mutants. Each enemy type has its own unique strengths and weaknesses. The player must use the appropriate weapons and tactics to defeat each type of enemy.
Weapons and Power-Ups
The player can use a variety of weapons and power-ups to defeat his enemies. The player’s service weapon is a powerful machine gun that can be upgraded with a variety of power-ups. The player can also collect power-ups that give him temporary invincibility, increased firepower, and other abilities.
Cybernetic Suit
The player can also use a cybernetic suit to defeat his enemies. The cybernetic suit gives the player increased protection and firepower. The suit can also be upgraded with a variety of power-ups.
Graphics and Sound
ESWAT: City Under Siege features colorful and detailed graphics. The game’s backgrounds are full of detail, and the character sprites are well-animated. The game’s music is catchy and upbeat, and it helps to create a sense of excitement and urgency.
Reception
ESWAT: City Under Siege was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its graphics, gameplay, and variety of enemies. The game was also a commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide.
Legacy
ESWAT: City Under Siege is considered to be one of the best run and gun games ever made. The game has been ported to a variety of platforms, including the Sega Saturn, PlayStation 2, and Xbox 360. The game has also been included in several video game compilations.
ESWAT: City Under Siege is a classic run and gun game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s unique features, such as its platforming elements and cybernetic suit, set it apart from other games in the genre. ESWAT: City Under Siege is a must-play for fans of run and gun games and Sega Genesis classics.
Additional Information
- ESWAT: City Under Siege was developed by Sega AM7, the same team that developed the original Sonic the Hedgehog game.
- The game was originally released in Japan under the title Cyber Police ESWAT.
- The game was ported to the Sega Saturn in 1995 and to the PlayStation 2 in 2002.
- The game was included in the Sega Genesis Collection for the PlayStation 2, Xbox, and PC in 2006.
- The game was also included in the Sega Genesis Classics Collection for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch in 2018.
Review Score
7.5/10
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