CrushBorgs
"Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.
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5Very Positive
100 Steam reviews
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| LANGUAGE | AUDIO | SUBTITLES | INTERFACE |
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| English | — | — | Y |

"Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.
Very Positive
100 Steam reviews
| LANGUAGE | AUDIO | SUBTITLES | INTERFACE |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | — | — | Y |
Positive review bombs- but this game feels like it was designed by an AI. There were portions were I was jumping up floating platforms, with no enemies, for 15 uninterrupted seconds, with no visual reason or concept. One level has you going DOWN a vertical scrolling section, but you can see why that's a bad idea when you can take your hits just down-jumping every obstacle in a matter of seconds. It's a game designed with zero philosophy, and like the exit in these levels, it's a big red box suggesting the only way out. This isn't a finished game, it's a slap in the face, and it's not worth any money. Also, using the Contra C while also heavily borrowing the aesthetics could confused consumers on if this were a Konami product, so that is copyright infringement imo.
A short and neat homage to original Contra games. Art and music are decent, controls are good. My only complain is that this game is really short but considering its price tag it's not a big deal.
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Please, just swear to me that by any circumstance you never gonna play it. Gameplay took about 15 minutes to complete and the farther you go it gets worse...
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There is something definitely up with the positive reviews of this game. They are all very broad and generalized in scope and don't really mention anything specific.
The game is a bare bones Contra clone and it's not a good one. The levels are really long, the boss fights are boring and the music is bad. The game feels very unfinished, even for 79 cents. Theres no game over screen either- just get kicked back to the title screen.
The "C" in Crushborgs is actually the Contra C but tinted blue as well so not a good impression either.
It's a fun contra clone run n' gun game, very challenging with 3 lives and 3 life points, just beat it couple of times with both of those robot troopers, achievements in the game would be nice if you devs had the time to put it years ago, that's all i have to say about crushborgs.
O jogo tem uma boa jogabilidade, bons gráficos e sons, ainda não zerei, a opção de escolher a quantidade de vidas e quantos pontos de vida o personagem inicia é interessante, porém deixa o jogo extremamente fácil, basicamente a pessoa só precisa ir em frente sem pensar em nada.
ファミコン版魂斗羅にほぼそっくりなランアンドガンゲーム
ドット絵も音楽もレベルデザインも本家をリスペクト
でもスコアが存在しない、敵のキャラクターの動きがほとんど同じ、ラスボスが弱い、武器が少ない、実績が存在しないなど地味な要素も目立つ
個人的には本家にある疑似3Dのステージが存在してればよかった
A bit too much of NES influence, not on graphics, but on controls. there are just two buttons, run and shoot. There's not even the 'stationary fire' button that was present in later contra games and even newer contra clones. Add the difficulty level on top of that. With the accessibility options that it has, one can go up to 999 lives and 999 HP. I think this feature of 999 lives and HP should be hidden behind a cheat as it completely removes any challenge from the game. Even in classic contra, the lives were limited to 30, so each death had an impact. The 'Easy option of 10 HP and 10 lives is easy enough. Looking at all that, and how this game also doesn't have anything to add of its own, I would not recommend this game to any contra fan. there are other better options to itch that contra scratch.
an indie game with great nostalgia, as a child everyone played such games and I was very happy to plunge into the days of my childhood. The game is quite simple and understandable, go kill in general, I liked the game, I advise
A nice 2D retro style game to pass the time. Convenient character management. The game takes several hours, it is possible to choose a character, the shooter is stylish, the explosions are cool, I advise you to play this top game
A simple game with the atmosphere of the 90s. The game is not difficult, I finished the game in a few hours. I would like to have more content in the game . In principle , I like such games , the game is cheap and not bad, I recommend buying it.
incredibly interesting game. I remember playing something similar on the console as a kid. Eh, nastolgia. Interesting bosses that will make you nervous!) Management is convenient, the graphics are nice. I definitely liked it.)
A dynamic 2D shooter. There are many levels, there are even bosses, which are not so easy to pass. Run and shoot, pleasing to the eye pixel graphics. Cool game interface, the game will definitely not let you get bored.
Nostalgia for the times of the 8-bit era. I played a similar game on the console as a child.
Вот это реально прикольная игра.
Может напомнить о былых временах и по отдыхать в ней
Отличная игра мне понравилась
Прикольный интерфейс игры,
Весёлое времопровождение, не даст вам заскучать.
Я рекомендую эту игру, стоит её купить
cool pixel game in retro style, relaxed gameplay, I think fans of old games on the console should like it
this is just awesome, a great representative of the shoot 'em up genre. Lvl design, enemies, guns, music in the game is well done, and thanks to the fact that the developer introduced the function of immortality with a rebirth counter, even casual players can play the game, and then replay it on normal difficulty, just top. It's a pity of course that the game is not so big, I want to play it for hours
An excellent retro brawler with great graphics, sound design, music, and game play. It reminds me of the brawlers that I played in my childhood. Please make another one like this. The game has the feel of 80s games on the NES. I remember the moments in my head when I went through Contra with my little brother, and it costs a lot. Now games are made without a soul, but this game has it. I haven't enjoyed a game this much in a long time. The game features beautiful pixel art and sound design. It's like you're playing Mega Man at maximum speed. The boss fights are well done. The variability of weapons is very impressive in general, although the game has small flaws, but it still deserves a rating of 10 out of 10
A fun indie game to pass the time, easy controls, and a great soundtrack throughout the game. Monsters are easy to kill, there are harder levels, but they are not very difficult to pass. Good graphics, working gravity. good game!
Stylishly designed old school shooter, 8 bit graphics, simple gameplay, where you just need to run and shoot. Game has different characters, biomes, upgrades etc. Previously, such games were on consoles and phones, now you can get nostalgic on a computer.
A great retro game in which you have to move through the levels and destroy the enemies.
This game has challenging levels, hordes of enemies and powerful leaders waiting for you.
You will definitely be able to conquer all the levels and destroy the enemies if you put some effort. I can definitely recommend this game to my friends, which means you, readers.
Wow, I just went back to my childhood :) Not a AAA game, but I really love these 8-bit games. I remember playing a very similar game on my grandmother's TV lol. You can definitely play this game once, obviously you won't regret it.
A classic platformer in the spirit of the good old Contra.Retro action in the setting of science fiction from the 90s, with difficult levels, no less difficult bosses, various weapons to destroy it all.The player is given the opportunity to cry over retro games, try several types of weapons
A difficult 2D action game where you also need to kill bosses after passing intricate levels. The player is given the opportunity to cry over retro games, try several types of weapons.Nostalgia! Dynamic gameplay, many types of weapons!
Good platformer shooter. Easy to play and manage. Life is endless. The only drop-down guns disappear after death, but this is ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥. Sometimes death can be used as a game move xD
Interesting toy. But I'd rather buy it at a discount. Or about 1 dollar
Great game! But if you had to restart the level everytime you die, it would still not be a very difficult completion. Longer, for sure but still ... the last boss took maybe 2 lives off me.
I absolutely LOVE the intro and outro music
9/10
The game caused me a ton of nostalgic emotions. This is a real retro platformer, with the same challenging levels and the same eight-bit music. As for me, this game is definitely worth the money, and absolutely you will never regret your purchase
"Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.
The old - school game brought me back to my childhood , I remember playing such games on my phone . And now they are coming out in the steam, however. Not just an arcade shooter , you can even say hit and run .
Good nostalgia-Game.
Quite a good game for such a price, a convenient gameplay for fans of casual games, an interesting plot, soft pleasant graphics, if you have little money and a weak computer, I advise you to buy, this is a very worthy option for connoisseurs of retro games
Actually, this game is a good time killer. Very dynamic gameplay and pixel graphics. If you want to remember old retro games this is quite a good option. Loot different weapons, kill everything you see. I recommend this game, it is very addictive!!!
Smash boxes, loot weapons, kill everything. Colorful, fast platformer. Difficult in places. With this game you will remember your childhood and looks like a game NES Contra. if there was an opportunity, I awarded 99999999 times.
Run and Gun. It would seem at first glance it may seem like an uninteresting ordinary platformer, but it is not. There are constantly new locations, dynamic music and, most importantly, different opponents who will constantly want to kill you, which will not let you get bored in the game.
The game is cool, I bought for the interest and nostalgia for the game. The game is fully optimized, even on weak pk it flies very well! The mechanics of the game is very cool, I really liked it. Would very much like to highlight the gameplay:
In the game you are constantly moving without standing still. Very large diverse locations. Very cool that there are zombies running after you and a cannon is shooting at you =_= the game reminds me completely of the 90's is cool! Good luck everyone and I wish you all the best of luck and be sure to get this game for nostalgia ;)
Yo, straight to the point, a friend once advised me this game and I decided to buy it for 2.2 dollars wanted to diversify my library a little steam and bought this cool game. The game is very pervasive in its spirit.
- There's a lot of potential here. It's a lot of fun to get used to the game and figure it out.
- The game has a great atmosphere.
- The game is fully. optimized for any pc.
- Reasoned system of the game mechanics.
- There is a logic of the game.
- Unique gameplay 90s.
- The atmosphere in the game is good.
In general, the game is very cool, I wish everyone to buy it. I give this game a 10/10
The gameplay of this game is very addictive. I liked the game very much, I really admire such games!!!!! Let me tell you a couple of things about the game
1) The game is very practical
2) Different kind of locations
3) There are a lot of interesting things
4) There are constantly new guns located somewhere
I used to play these games on consoles and now I can get nostalgic on pc! This is the best retro game I have ever bought, these games are a must buy and feel that smell of the 90's. I recommend it to everyone to buy!
It's a great game for its price. It makes me nostalgic for the times when I used to play games like this on my first game console. The soundtrack is not bad, the gameplay is enjoyable, and the price is reasonable. I recommend it.
Very interesting and relaxing game. A good option for playing on the go, on a portable device. The graphics are quite colorful, and I was reminded of the old games of ten years ago, which also allowed me to feel nostalgic.
Buy and play, you won't regret it!
[h1] To win: press the "Z" button on the keyboard and run forward (plus jump and squat, of course.) [/h1]
[spoiler] Request developers: Please add the ability to reduce/add volume in the game :) [/spoiler]
Good nostalgia-Game, I would like additional levels of difficulties (for example, the ability to revive not indefinitely, but a limited number of times)
Liked the imba weapon that shoots many bullets, I recommend)
The game takes in half an hour, there is an opportunity to choose a character at the very beginning of the game, the shooter is stylish, the explosions are beautiful, I recommend passing
The games are absolutely great. If you grew up playing any of these games, or if you've ever enjoyed any of the modern "retro" titles in this style, go ahead and buy this.
The game is reminiscent of the good old game Contra: Hard Corps, the plot is small but addictive!
Recommend this game for hardcore gamers!
An old school slasher of the 90s, where you are attacked by enemies. There are settings of the keys for yourself, which simplifies the gameplay. Given to perform 10 levels, pick up boxes with new weapons to increase damag and aoe, after death the weapon is removed on -1, Everything is quite fair and logical
To be honest, this is just a clone of Contra from the NES, but the levels are reworked, everything is redrawn, the music is different, but it fits perfectly, so you can stumble on the 90s and even get great pleasure from the game. It's a pity there is no game mode for two.
The game is very cool, it seems that the pixel graphics no longer look so beautiful, but the game has NO visuals, although it is simple, but you feel the feeling of nastolgia. As for me, the game is not expensive, so every cent pays off. I rate it 10 out of 10!
Retro platformer which takes you back to the childhood of the 90s. I really like style of the gameplay and 8 bit music. Obviously recommend it to everyone especially for that price.
An interesting platformer in the style of classic old-school games, I liked the mechanics of the game, evoking nostalgia for the good old consoles, but at the same time the game does not look boring or unfinished, the developers tried their best. Also, a great soundtrack is still stuck in my head, which fits perfectly into the atmosphere of the game
Crushbugs. This is a good retro platformer. I like play this game cus this game helps me fell in 90th. Thanks to devs for that. They made me happy for 1 day. My recommendation is buy this shooter
Great old school game. Suitable for light nostalgia for the past. Several different biomes, characters and bosses and character upgrades. Excellent colorful 8-bit graphics, well conveying the atmosphere of its time.
The game is definitely worth the money, and makes it possible to have a pleasant evening.
The presence of achievements would have a positive impact on this game. I recommend playing with a gamepad.
Simple gameplay, but in some moments it was too hard for me beating of the boss :)
Just like an old platformer ,but with its own aesthetics. I don’t regret spending time in this game. It reminds me the early 2000 , when i was a kid . We were spending hours with my friends playing same genre .
a good game for the money. somewhat reminiscent of the contra series of games. In general, as a kind of retro games is worth the money. in general, I recommend it at least for nostalgia of old, and as a game that can help pass a few evenings even for young people.
The game is very fast, it is purely possible to indulge in similar games. When I played on the console or on push-button phones
You run cleanly and shoot under anything and anywhere, to any music. I don't know what else to say even. I liked it in general
cool platformer in the style of sega/dandy. the game has a large number of weapons for every taste. Breaks through the feeling of nostalgia by shooting at crowds of enemies and dangerous bosses^_^
we will be waiting for new levels!
CrushBorgs good, not demanding 2D platformer. Nice music, graphics and controls. Weighs only 50 mb and will go to the weakest pc =). I think many will like it for its low price. I want the developers to add different achievements
An interesting 2D game that somehow reminded me of Mario. Purchased this game recently. In general, I liked everything, but I would still like the graphics a little better, although everything is not bad))). I would like to wish you good luck in the development and promotion of this game!)
Wow, that's the Contra. I really liked it as a child and it's a lot of fun to play a similar game now, remember and nostalgic. The game is great, no complaints, the levels are interesting, the music is in the style of 8-bit games, like the whole style of the game, everything is good.
A cute 90s style game where you just have to run and shoot while jumping over obstacles. Also along the way there will be all sorts of traps and evil monsters that need to be pacified.
It's just amazing. The game will take you to the period of youth. I really love eight-bit old-school games with simple controls and a sea of enemies and various bosses. If you like it too, then CrushBorgs is what you need.
Great platformer with lots of enemies and great music.
It's fun and interesting to play, the levels are well done, I'm happy with the game!
I liked this game, it was like straight from 8-bit consoles in the style of the Contra game. I just enjoyed the nostalgia for those times. It went pretty fast, but it wasn't easy.
The game is reminiscent of the good old game Contra: Hard Corps, the plot is small but addictive! I recommend this game for hardcore gamers!
A yo yo yo. Is a very hard platformer with a 8-bit graphics, and you know? is fine :D
When i play, i heard the epic sega&nintendo games soundtracks in my head, and i like it. That feeling in combo with old pixel graphics is a very good cocktail for our gamer's souls.
Very cool game reminiscent of the game Contra from childhood. It's very easy to get stuck in it. The game is very easy to kill time, especially when queuing to find a game. The game eats very little memory. I rate the game 8 out of 10. Pleasant childhood memories
A very interesting game. I really like pixel games and this game is definitely worth the money. Quite an interesting gameplay and a pleasant soundtrack that complements the gameplay to glory. Can I recommend this game for purchase? Definitely I can
It's a fun 90's style game, but unlike games that only mow down the genre, it's very entertaining and breathtaking. It can be compared with Contra, even outwardly there are many similarities. Overall, I'm very happy that I bought this video game)
Probotector ou Contra Revivent ici dans ce clone. Run & Gun, genre que j'affectionne particulierement. Malgrés un level Design qui aurez pu etre plus poussé, le jeu reste agréable. J'apprecie particulierement la bande son et les 2 gameplay selon le personnage choisi.
CrushBorgs is an uncomplicated 2D action platformer. If not for the smooth animations, then one would think that the game comes from the past. What can you say about NES games in general? Never mind. They are all the same. Run shoot. Difficult short levels, which are few. and for some reason, bosses are also few, only 4, not 10 (
It's a pity there is no co-op mode to play at least on the same screen together with a friend.
At a discount, if you are a fan of NES games, then you should take it!
Interesting shooting game, passing levels and overcoming obstacles. It is somewhat reminiscent of games from my childhood, so it was more pleasant to play. If you want to plunge into the games of childhood, then feel free to download this game ,
Eight-bit, unpretentious game about a soldier who runs to meet his enemies, and with the help of a rifle with various bonus upgrades, overcomes opponents. This game reminded me of my childhood when I played different shooting games on the Atari console. The music immerses you in the atmosphere of gaming clubs with large slot machines. I recommend!
I think fans of the 8-bit shooter platformers will like it. Gameplay is simple for players who played before games like this. I really like how many guns, enemies and bosses are present in this game.
Smash boxes, loot weapons, kill everything. Colorful, fast platformer. Difficult in places. With this game you will remember your childhood and consoles.
This is definitely a game of "nostalgia for a cloudless childhood". I think I know an 8-bit game console. CrushBorgs game is definitely cool, this is the most real test of the speed of your reaction. Bursting through the jungle with an automatic rifle, you have to shoot an infinite number of different enemies and in the process have time to dodge their stray bullets and shells
[h1]Contra! Contra![/h1]
[i]In short, a game in the style of Contra. She conveys her spirit one hundred percent. Passed with pleasure.
Is it worth the money? Of course, do not hesitate to buy. And plunge into the retro game of the 90s. Graphics, music at the highest level.[/i]
[b]I'll give her 8/10. Super game![/b]
The old - school game brought me back to my childhood , I remember playing such games on my phone . And now they are coming out in the steam, however. Not just an arcade shooter , you can even say hit and run .
Played this game and I like that old school aesthetic and some mechanics like jump, fall, shoot
the game is made as an old game of the 90s contra city (like it was called) The game is very interesting with brutal music. the game is made in the form of 8bit, which makes you get 90s nostalgia.
To buy this game I recommend to everyone who played the original game of contra city.
Dynamic platformer in the style of the 90's in which we have to pass unusual levels, breaking through crowds of different enemies and dodge the cunning guns and turrets, listening to the cool soundtrack. On certain locations we will meet deadly bosses and to defeat them, you must come up with a certain strategy to combat them. A decent amount of weapons will help us in this, combining them in a smart way, we will successfully defeat all the enemies. If you want to go back to your childhood and remember how you played console games, this game is worth your attention.
An excellent game came out in the style of contra. Interesting style, amazing unique characters. Tons of Easter eggs, lots of references. Just a lot of fun! Is it worth buying? - definitely yes. Top for your money.
The links to this independent game are huge and the gameplay is crazy. I played with pleasure. I will advise my friends.
Dynamic 2d action game made in retro style with a great soundtrack. We clear the levels from crowds of enemies and defeat bosses, collecting new weapons along the way. Not many levels, but enough to enjoy the game.
Good old run and gan game. Everything we love. You can spend a couple of evenings behind her. Very addictive. Definitely worth your money. Rating 8 out of 10. Buy while it is at a good discount. I advise everyone.
Good game. Reminds me of the games I used to play as a kid. It was a wonderful time. Having played this game, I plunged into that atmosphere of childhood! Nostalgia! Dynamic game, many types of weapons! I recommend this game to my friends!
This is a fun game...
that I beat in about 26 minutes. If I bought it at a higher price? REFUND.
A difficult 2D action game where you also need to kill bosses after passing intricate levels. The player is given the opportunity to cry over retro games, try several types of weapons.
Stylishly designed shooter, you just need to run and shoot.
Boy, this... sucks. It sucks bad. It looks like Contra, it kinda plays like Contra, but this isn't Contra. It's simply too easy first off. It takes no effort or skill to get through this. Unlimited lives, a life bar that's way too generous, and if you fall in a pit it simply puts you back on the ledge with the weapon you died with! No enemy variety at all, and they are the dumbest kamikaze kind of enemies. There is no skill involved with beating this game. I pretty much just held down the shooting button once I got the spread gun and kept running right. I died just nine times and finished the game in 15 minutes. If that doesn't sound like the opposite of what Contra is, a series notorious for its challenge, I don't know what it would be.
Avoid it like the plague.
EDIT 8/31/22: The developer has made some changes to the game that make it much more difficult, changing the default lives and hitpoints to 3 and 3. It makes the game much more challenging and you have to think much more about the game. I still don't know if I can recommend it because of the enemy AI or the overly simple levels but I can't deny that it is a much improved game by this basic change. I still don't love it as a whole but it might be worth trying out now.
CrushBorgs game is simply an indescribable masterpiece. Indie retko game with slasher elements and many combat mechanics. The game is made in the style of the nineties. This platformer may appeal to most of the older generation of gamers who found the arcade machines.
A tear of nostalgia rolled down my cheek QQ
Classic retro shooter, very reminiscent me a Contra in Dendi
I advise you to play with the controller to fully immerse yourself in the past
Cool atmospheric soundtrack, REC this game to buy with discount
simple game available for all,old 90x atmosphere
levels not hard i finished the game in few hours
Nice 2D graphic. Also want to admit that this game easy to play on low PC. Hope in second part will be 16-bit chiptune :D Thx Xitilon for this product 10\10!
A beautiful pixel shooter in the style of the 90s. A dynamic game with cool music in the background. Lots of weapons and different enemies. The only thing missing is multiplayer. Who wants to go back to those days, I advise you to play this game :)
An interesting run shooter type game, reminiscent of the days of shogi and the old nintendo, the times of mario and various similar 2d games. Of course, this game has one big minus - the lack of multiplayer. But that doesn't stop you from enjoying and remembering the old days.
Dynamic shooter with old graphic design. Unique game levels with a variety of enemies, weapons and bosses. Thanks to the energetic soundtrack, it is difficult to break away from the game.
Basically a 2D shooter game. here is some cool music, I don’t listen to this, but I liked it, and it’s also suitable for rest if the PC is weak, like mine (geforce 615)
A good 8-bit toy, in the evening you can get stuck in it for a couple of hours. The game has 4 main bosses and there are 7 different weapons and two playable characters. There are 10 levels in the game.
Classic retro shooter in the style of 90s games, with a few difficult levels, several bosses and many weapons with different types of attacks.
Retro platformer with 8-bit graphics, the gameplay is somewhat reminiscent of Conta Hard Corps with the same futuristic entourage. An interesting game to immerse yourself in the past and feel nostalgia.
Tube 8-bit platform game with a regular storyline. Anyone who has played dandy before should enjoy it. Sometimes the levels come across too difficult enemies, but with a good skill it will not be too difficult for you.
Nice music and graphics. I liked it very much, I recommend
Game from my childhood. Very simple and interesting platformer. Bosses are not so hard, but levels are good. Game must have second part 10\10!
Contra, contra, everybody loves contra! Contra! Everyone plays!
Not a big and good parody of everyone's favorite counter. Take without fail.
Cool 8-bit game. I really liked it, just like in the good old days. The game is very addictive. Control with a gamepad, as before. I advise you to buy for fans of 8-bit games and not only. To successfully complete the game, you need agility and speed.
A cool retro pixel shooter that I would advise everyone to play, the game is not very expensive, which is also a plus. You can also plunge into the old days, remember the old games that were made with soul.
An interesting project, something in its style reminded me of a game from childhood Contra, this game has nice graphics and dynamic gameplay.
the game does not let you get bored, there are constantly fights and there are as many as 4 different bosses for 10 levels, as well as a lot of different weapons
CrushBorgs is oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.
Retro action in the setting of science fiction from the 90s, with difficult levels, no less difficult bosses, various weapons to destroy it all.









