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1988 Classic

A 1988 Capcom arcade shooter where a flying muscle-bound soldier fires in all directions, aiming with a unique rotary switch. You buy upgrades between stages, and two players can play together.

What defines Forgotten Worlds:

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Challenging difficulty
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Action-packed real-time combat

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