Bionic Commando: Elite Forces

by Game Boy

Product Features

• Bionic Commando: Elite Forces

Product Details

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• ASIN: B00004R9HX
• Product Dimensions: 5.9 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches ; 3.2 ounces
• Media: Game Cartridge
• Release Date: January 24, 2000
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #31,226 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

Product Description

Editorial Review

The Game Boy seems to have a billion games involving a hero running from left to right and jumping over platforms, but Bionic Commando rises above the clutter with its interesting take on the side-scrolling action genre.

You assume the role of a commando with a super-extendable bionic arm. Your task is to free your ally Commando Joe, who is trapped in an enemy prison. With the bionic arm, players swing from place to place, stun bad guys, and even grapple walls and ceilings. As the game progresses, you'll earn new weapons and armor. Unlike most side-scrolling action games, your commando (playable as a male or female) cannot jump from platform to platform. This twist brings a refreshing bit of strategy to the generally fast-paced action.

Commando boasts some of the best graphics the Game Boy Color has ever seen. All of the characters are smoothly animated and, considering the tiny size of the screen, the levels are very detailed. Whether you're a fan of the original 1980s Bionic Commando games from the arcade and the original Nintendo Entertainment System, or want to experience one of the best titles on the Game Boy Color, this is a portable gaming classic. --Mark Brooks

Pros:

• A refreshing take on the crowded side-scrolling action game genre
• Easy to pick up and play for good, long gaming sessions

Cons:

• Controls do not allow your character to jump
• Irritating music and scratchy-sounding voices

Product Description

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bionic Commando, February 26, 2000

By A Customer

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Bionic Commando: Elite Forces (Game Cartridge)

I think this is the best game for Gameboy Color. I love it, but it is a little difficult.I'm stuck at level 11. I can't beat the boss.The graphics are very good.I like how you can be a girl or a boy commando.It is also cool how you get a special item after you beat a level. I also like to swing using my claw, sometimes just for fun. If you like action games,I really recommend buying this game.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bionic Commando. The best gameboy color game!, February 10, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Bionic Commando: Elite Forces (Game Cartridge)

If I did not already have A Color Gameboy when this came out, I would have bought one just to play this. This game is an action game, just as good ( or better ) as the original for the NES. You can choose between A male and female commando to play through the game. Depending which one you play you will go to a few different levels. They also each have one different weapon, but I never could tell any difference from the other ones besides the names.

There are 15 Normal stages in the game and 2 secret ones. It's really cool how instead of jumping you must use A grappling arm to get to higher places. It shouldn't take too long to get used to it.

One of the things I love about this game the most besides the fun factor, is the awesome music. Not everyone may like it, but the music really stuck with me.

I have played through the game countless times since I have bought game the game. And I will probably play it many more times.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You should get this game, August 11, 2000

By A Customer

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Bionic Commando: Elite Forces (Game Cartridge)

If you want a good game for the Game Boy Color, get this. The controll, while you can't jump, is easy, and the graphics are what you expect from a box cover. There are a few differnces between the male and female characters, ones a bit faster while the other has a stronger weapon. Also stage 9 is different. The sound is a different story, first of all, the vioce is scratchy, the music is really repetitive, and the sound effects could've been better, but other than that, it's great all around.