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1986 Classic

A classic Namco arcade run-and-gun where you play secret agent Albatross, shooting through enemy hideouts while hopping between floors and ducking behind cover. Limited ammo, brisk pacing and punishing arcade difficulty define it.

What defines Rolling Thunder:

  • Challenging difficulty
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Action-packed real-time combat
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The closest matches for Rolling Thunder are Shadow Dancer, Rush'n Attack and The Revenge of Shinobi. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Rolling Thunder special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Shadow Dancer

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1989 PC

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

A classic arcade action platformer where a ninja and his dog take on terrorists through short, demanding stages with shuriken and sword. A sequel to Shinobi that rewards reflexes and memorization.

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Rush'n Attack

Challenging difficulty

A classic Konami arcade run-and-gun in which you fight through an enemy military base as a lone soldier, relying on quick reflexes, a knife and pickup weapons.

The Revenge of Shinobi

Challenging difficulty

A classic 16-bit Sega ninja platformer where you play Joe Musashi, slicing through tight, punchy stages with shuriken, sword and ninja magic against a criminal syndicate. Known for its great soundtrack and demanding action.

The Impossible Game

Gameplay comes before story

A minimalist rhythm platformer where you guide a square over obstacles with one-button jumps timed to the music. Brutally hard with instant restarts, and the PC version adds a level editor.

1942

Challenging difficulty

A classic vertically scrolling Capcom arcade shooter where you fly a World War II fighter, blast waves of enemy planes, dodge bullets with loop-the-loops and grab power-ups. Short, reflex-driven, score-chasing runs with steep difficulty.

Master Spy

Linear, curated structure

A punishing precision platformer with a spy theme, where you slip past guards, lasers and traps using a cloak and careful timing. Short, demanding levels and an RAC soundtrack give it plenty of retro flair.

River Raid

Challenging difficulty

A classic 1982 arcade shooter where you fly a jet up a river non-stop, blowing up bridges while managing fuel and dodging enemies. Simple premise with fast, reflex-driven play.

12 is Better than 6

Challenging difficulty

A frantic top-down Wild West shooter where every hit is lethal. Short, punishing missions reward quick reflexes, careful positioning and plenty of retries.

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