Bionic Commando (トップシークレット, Bionic Commando^? lit. "Top Secret") is the name of several video games, the first being an arcade game released by Capcom in 1987. On October 19th Capcom announced a new Bionic Commando game for the PC, Xbox 360 and Playstation 3. The new game is being made by Swedish developer GRIN, and looks to feature gameplay faithful to the original title. File links The following pages link to this file: Bionic Commando ... A video game developer is a software developer (a business or an individual) that creates video games. ... For the original NASA meaning, see capsule communicator. ... Software Creations can refer to; Software Creations (US) the Internet development consulting firm specializing in electronic publishing and web-based database and applications development. ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... For the original NASA meaning, see capsule communicator. ... Go is a 1999 motion picture that tells of three plots that happen to involve one drug deal. ... A game designer is a person who designs games. ... Tokuro Professor F, Arthur King Fujiwara (藤原 得郎 Fujiwara Tokuro) is a Japanese video game designer at Capcom best known for creating the Ghosts n Goblins and Mega Man series. ... This article is about the country in East Asia. ... is the 201st day of the year (202nd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1988 (MCMLXXXVIII) was a leap year starting on Friday (link displays 1988 Gregorian calendar). ... North America North America is a continent[1] in the Earths northern hemisphere and (chiefly) western hemisphere. ... Year 1988 (MCMLXXXVIII) was a leap year starting on Friday (link displays 1988 Gregorian calendar). ... is the 299th day of the year (300th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1990 (MCMXC) was a common year starting on Monday (link displays the 1990 Gregorian calendar). ... Video games are categorized into genres based on their gameplay. ... A simple platform sequence from the game Wonder Boy Platform game, or platformer, is a video game genre characterized by jumping to and from suspended platforms or over obstacles. ... In computer games and video games, single-player refers to the variant of a particular game where input from only one player is expected throughout the course of the gaming session. ... Centipede by Atari is a typical example of a 1980s era arcade game. ... This article is about the family of home computers. ... The Atari ST is a home/personal computer that was commercially popular from 1985 to the early 1990s. ... C-64 redirects here. ... The Amstrad CPC was a series of 8-bit home computers produced by Amstrad during the 1980s and early 1990s. ... The ZX Spectrum is a home computer released in the United Kingdom in 1982 by Sinclair Research Ltd. ... The Nintendo Entertainment System (U.S., Europe, and Australia) NES redirects here. ... “NES” redirects here. ... For the entire Game Boy series of handheld consoles, see Game Boy line. ... The Game Boy Color , shortened to GBC) is Nintendos successor to the Game Boy and was released on October 21, 1998 in Japan and in November of 1998 in the United States and 1999 in Europe. ... The Megabit is a unit of information storage, abbreviated Mbit or sometimes Mb. ... Cartridge for the VIC 20 homecomputer In various types of electronic equipment, a cartridge can refer one method of adding different functionality or content (e. ... For other uses, see Joystick (disambiguation). ... For the original NASA meaning, see capsule communicator. ... Year 1987 (MCMLXXXVII) was a common year starting on Thursday (link displays 1987 Gregorian calendar). ...

It was later released for several home computers (ported by Software Creations and published by Go!). Perhaps the most well-known version was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System by Capcom itself, which is actually a different game from the original (Top Secret: Hitler's Revival (トップシークレット ヒットラーの復活, Top Secret: Hitler's Revival^?) in Japan). Games in the series have also appeared on the Game Boy and Game Boy Color, these two games being more closely related to the NES game than the arcade game. Children playing on a Amstrad CPC 464 in the 1980s. ... In computer science, porting is the process of adapting software so that an executable program can be created for a computing environment that is different from the one for which it was originally designed (e. ... Software Creations can refer to; Software Creations (US) the Internet development consulting firm specializing in electronic publishing and web-based database and applications development. ... Look up go in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. ... “NES” redirects here. ... For the entire Game Boy series of handheld consoles, see Game Boy line. ... The Game Boy Color , shortened to GBC) is Nintendos successor to the Game Boy and was released on October 21, 1998 in Japan and in November of 1998 in the United States and 1999 in Europe. ...

The main character (depending on the version, the name may be Super Joe, Radd or Ladd Spencer, among others), is a commando who has a bionic arm with a grappling gun, allowing him to pull himself forward, or swing from the ceiling. The game is notable for being one of few platform games in which the player cannot jump. To cross gaps or climb ledges, the hero must use his bionic arm. For other uses, see Commando (disambiguation). ... Bionics (also known as Biomimetics, Biognosis or Biomimicry, a short form of Biomechanics - from the Greek word bios - pronounced vios - which means life, and the word mechanics) is the application of methods and systems found in nature to the study and design of engineering systems and modern technology. ... A soilder loading the hook. ... A simple platform sequence from the game Wonder Boy Platform game, or platformer, is a video game genre characterized by jumping to and from suspended platforms or over obstacles. ...

Arcade version

The original arcade version consists of the commando Super Joe (the hero from Commando and Speed Rumbler), who transverses through five levels from a forest to a base, in order to stop a threatening armed force. The levels themselves are, like any conventional platformer, straightforward, with many situations in which there are enemies and other dangers lurking, while at the same time, cliffs that must be passed through. Prizes like points and power-ups can only be obtained from crates that come on the screen in a parachute, which can be revealed by shooting them. Unlike most other versions, the player cannot use the arm and shoot at the same time, the arm cannot be used in the air and the only power-ups are weapon enhancements. Commando , lit. ... Platform games, or platformers, are a very popular genre of video games that originated in the early 1980s. ...

This version was later released in the compilation Capcom Classics Collection for the PlayStation Portable, PlayStation 2, and Xbox. Capcom Classics Collection is a compilation of arcade games that was released by Capcom for the PlayStation 2 and Xbox on September 27, 2005. ... The PlayStation Portable , officially abbreviated as PSP) is a handheld game console released and currently manufactured by Sony Computer Entertainment. ... “PS2” redirects here. ... The Xbox is a sixth generation era video game console produced by Microsoft Corporation. ...

Computer ports

The computer ports of the game, all of them from the arcade version, (available for 8-bit computers Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum and 16-bit computers Amiga and Atari ST) received average or decent reviews. For Commodore 64 there are two different versions, a US version by Capcom and a UK version by Software Creations. The UK version for Commodore 64 seems to be the most well received computer port, while the US version is considered poor. In computer science, porting is the process of adapting software so that an executable program can be created for a computing environment that is different from the one for which it was originally designed (e. ... The Amstrad CPC was a series of 8-bit home computers produced by Amstrad during the 1980s and early 1990s. ... C-64 redirects here. ... The ZX Spectrum is a home computer released in the United Kingdom in 1982 by Sinclair Research Ltd. ... This article is about the family of home computers. ... The Atari ST is a home/personal computer that was commercially popular from 1985 to the early 1990s. ...

NES version

The original Japanese version of Bionic Commando placed the character in a battle against futuristic Nazis. The final boss was Adolf Hitler, who had been resurrected by evil scientists. All references to Nazism were removed from the American release: the swastikas were replaced by albatross figures, the enemies were renamed from "Nazis" to "Badds" and the overall difficulty of the game was reduced. The final boss's name was changed to "Master-D", but he still clearly resembles Adolf Hitler. There is a notably gory ending sequence in which he is shot in the face, which was kept intact in the American version; an unusual move, considering Nintendo of America's heavy censorship issues at the time. All these changes remained for the European version, but the game manual still mentions Nazis. The story featured in the English version of the game begins with a search for Super Joe, who was the main character of Commando. The Nazi party used a right-facing swastika as their symbol and the red and black colors were said to represent Blut und Boden (blood and soil). ... Hitler redirects here. ... Flag Ship from the video game Gorf In video games, a boss (sometimes called a guardian) is a particularly large or difficult computer-controlled character that must be defeated at the end of a segment of a game, whether it be for a level, an episode, or the very end... For other uses, see Censor. ... Commando is a vertically-scrolling shoot em up released in 1985. ...

Unlike the arcade version, the NES version is an action/adventure game, in which the player has to explore each stage and obtain the necessary equipment to progress through the game.

Stage-selection map

Another original feature of Bionic Commando is that, instead of moving in a straight path through the levels, the player can, between levels, move around on a map-like screen. The player can move his helicopter one space at a time between the areas, represented by numbers. In computer and video games, the overworld generally refers to an out-door or world map section of the game, as opposed to a dungeon or level. In a typical RPGs, the player can usually save their game whenever they like, and will usually have a different appearance (to reflect...

Once above a numbered area, the player can either choose to play it or move to another area. The player has to complete the current level to move on, although he can go back to the map by pressing either Start, A, and B, or Select, A, and B (depending on the version).

There are also green enemy trucks on the map, and if the player runs into them between icons, he will be forced into an overhead battle, similar to the previous game Commando. Certain enemies can be defeated there to get extra continues. Commando is a vertically-scrolling shoot em up released in 1985. ... A continue screen for Marvel vs. ...

Some of these stages are neutral areas, in which the player gets information as well as items that might be helpful. In these areas it is forbidden to fire any weapon or the player will be attacked by a squadron until he or she leaves the stage.

Bionic arm

Bionic arm in use (NES version)

Ladd Spencer sports a gun with one hand and an extensible bionic gripper device on the other. His bionic arm can be extended and rotated in 45-degree increments, from horizontally left to directly upwards to horizontally right. Once attached to something, Ladd can pull himself to wherever the arm has latched, typically leaving him swinging back and forth under the point of connection. From this position, he can swing off or hoist himself up to the point of connection. Image File history File links Bionic_Commando. ... Image File history File links Bionic_Commando. ...

Ladd's bionic arm can also deflect some types of bullets and grab certain enemies and items.

Other features

A well-known feature in this game is the possibility of communication with allied forces in order to get useful information on the current stage the player is in, or some hints. Also, the player can tap into the enemy forces' communication lines for the same results, though the enemy will sometimes detect the infiltrating line and send a squadron to attack the player.

Enemies can sometimes be defeated for "bullets", which, if the player gets enough of them, will add extra units of health. This is important because the player only starts with one life point. A maximum of nine life points can be gained, after collecting a total of 300 bullets.

Game Boy versions

The original Game Boy version (known worldwide as Bionic Commando) was released by Capcom. It is a futuristic version of the NES version, with a refined control, different plot and some new scenarios, though it heavily borrows settings from its predecessor. It is also possible to continue the game by passwords. This version is not as popular as the NES version, mostly because of the game's environment, which didn't attract attention compared to the Nazi setting of the earlier game. For the entire Game Boy series of handheld consoles, see Game Boy line. ...

A Game Boy Color game named Bionic Commando: Elite Forces was developed by NST and released by Nintendo under permission from Capcom. It also borrows some elements from its predecessor, but it is a completely different game, with a different plot. The characters have a few more moves, such as the ability to climb down from platforms. There are some special features, such as the possibility to save the game via battery back-up (which has been known to introduce a game-freezing bug), some shooting sequences and being able to choose the character's gender. Also, the characters sport rotoscoped animation, similar to that of Prince of Persia. The Game Boy Color , shortened to GBC) is Nintendos successor to the Game Boy and was released on October 21, 1998 in Japan and in November of 1998 in the United States and 1999 in Europe. ... Nintendo Software Technology Corporation (often just Nintendo Software Technology, or NST) is Seattle-based second-party developer for Nintendo. ... Rotoscoping is a technique where animators trace live action movement, frame by frame, for use in animated films. ... This article or section does not cite any references or sources. ...

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Early screenshot of the new game

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Next generation game

Main article: Bionic Commando (remake)

On October 16, 2007, a new Bionic Commando game was announced for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Windows PC, to be developed by GRIN and published by Capcom. Bionic Commando is the working title for the seventh generation console remake of the original game for the NES, developed and published by Capcom in collaboration with Swedish developer GRIN, best known for its third person shooters such as Ballistics and the Tom Clancys Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter series. ... is the 289th day of the year (290th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the AD/CE era in the 21st century. ... The PlayStation 3 , trademarked PLAYSTATION®3,[3] commonly abbreviated PS3) is the third home video game console produced by Sony Computer Entertainment; successor to the PlayStation 2. ... It has been suggested that Xbox 360 Elite be merged into this article or section. ... “Windows” redirects here. ... GRIN is a video game developer based in Stockholm, Sweden. ... For the original NASA meaning, see capsule communicator. ...

In 2004, a previous remake of the original game was reportedly in the works by Capcom Studio 8 to be released for the Playstation 2, but the project was abandoned when the studio closed in 2006.^{[1] [2]} For the original NASA meaning, see capsule communicator. ... “PS2” redirects here. ...

Music

The music for the computer conversions was arranged by Tim Follin and has been considered to be of high quality.^{[citation needed]} Credits are given for Tim Follin's brother too, but he only programmed a music-playing routine. The original music was composed by Harumi Fujita for the YM2151 arcade-game sound chip. Tim Follin rearranged original compositions and utilized capabilities of computer sound chips well; the music on stage four is mainly Follin's own composition. The game's music sounds very different on every machine due to differences in sound chips. The Amiga version features music that is based on well-chosen instrument samples while the C64 version is a great example of utilizing the capabilities of the SID-chip. The Atari ST music is well done despite of the limitations of the YM2149 soundchip. Tim Follin is a video game music composer who has written tracks for a variety of titles and home gaming systems, including the Sinclair ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, Commodore Amiga, NES, Super Nintendo, Game Boy, Dreamcast and PlayStation. ... In computer science, a subroutine (function, method, procedure, or subprogram) is a portion of code within a larger program, which performs a specific task and can be relatively independent of the remaining code. ... The Yamaha YM2151, also known as the OP-M (FM Operator Type-M) is a sound chip in the YM2100 family. ... MOS Technology SIDs: The right image shows a 6581 from MOS Technology, at the time they were known as the Commodore Semiconductor Group (CSG) and the left image shows an 8580 from MOS Technology. ... The AY-3-8912 was a 3-voice sound chip designed by General Instrument. ...

The NES version of the music, produced and composed by Junko Tamiya (under the pseudonym "Gondamin"), is also very highly praised for its militaristic compositional element. Two songs from the Arcade versions are used in some areas.

A section of the theme from area one is used in the song 'A Million Exploding Suns' by self-proclaimed 'Nintendocore' act Horse the Band. HORSE the band is an experimental metalcore band. ...

Novelization

A book was written in the Worlds of Power series of novels based on Bionic Commando (the American NES version). The Bionic Commando is Jack Markson, who loses an arm when ninjas attack his hotel room and kidnap Super Joe. The Federation replaces his missing limb with a bionic arm that has a grappling hook and a number of other gadgets that are not featured in the game, like a flame thrower and a device that forces prisoners to tell the truth. Like most books in the series, violence was toned down to non-lethality in most cases (he usually shoots enemy soldiers with tranquilizers), although certain events, like the deaths of Hal and Killt, are kept. Much of the game's middle is skimmed over in order to fit it all into the book. The Worlds of Power books were a series of novelizations of video games for the Nintendo Entertainment System. ...

External links

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• Bionic Commando Elite Forces at Nintendo.com
• Bionic Commando at MobyGames
• Bionic Commando at the Killer List of Videogames
• Bionic Commando at World of Spectrum
• Bionic Commando at Hardcore Gaming 101
• Crucial Classics: Bionic Commando - 1up.com's feature on the game
• Bionic Commando returns

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• Bionic Commando guide at StrategyWiki

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• The Bionic Commando Headquarters
• The Bionic Commando Database

Music

• Music for Amiga version (for playing software see List of Amiga music format players).
• Music for Commodore 64 version (Includes a SID file.)

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• Bionic Commando Debut Trailer (QT) | (WMV) | (IPOD)

Music for the Nintendo version is available on the Fan sites above.

References