《魂斗羅：加盧加行動》 是一款基於1988年上市的初代《魂斗羅》紅白機版本(Famicom)所進行重製的橫向動作遊戲，還融合80年代街機版的主要架構，並設計新敵人和關卡。。該遊戲於 2024年3月12日率先在 Steam 平台上架，實體版本則於9月5日在PS5和Switch平台同步發售。

經典武器與強化系統:在該系列中最具代表性的武器，如散彈槍、雷射槍和導向飛彈等都將回歸。可以疊加兩個同種類的武器來強化火力，還可以犧牲多餘的武器來釋放驚人的能力。

劇情背景:遊戲的劇情描述神秘的恐怖組織 Red Falcon 佔據紐西蘭附近的加盧加 (Galuga) 群島，並進行終極武器的開發。為了拯救地球，魂斗羅部隊的突擊隊員比爾．雷澤(Bill Rizer)和蘭斯，比恩(Lance Bean)再次奉命前往，展開新的戰鬥。

遊戲模式與關卡設計:遊戲畫面採用橫向捲軸移動，由8個關卡組成。新增的 「故事模式」 最多可以讓兩位玩家組隊合作，而在「街機模式」中最多可以4位玩家一起遊玩。在各種關卡中奔跑、跳躍、射擊，這些關卡包括叢林、瀑布和乘坐浮游機車強襲敵人基地等。

挑戰與獎勵:遊戲設置三種難度設定以及各種額外挑戰選項。如果成功挑戰最快通關或限制使用武器，就能獲得大量的金幣獎勵。無論是《魂斗羅》系列的老玩家還是首次體驗的玩家，都能在這款激烈的動作遊戲中找到樂趣。

"Contra: Operation Galuga" is a side-scrolling action game based on the 1988 Famicom version of "Contra", incorporating key elements from the 80s arcade version, and featuring new enemies and levels. The game was first released on the Steam platform on March 12, 2024, with console versions launched simultaneously on PS5 and Switch on September 5.

Classic Weapons and Enhancement System

The game brings back some of the most iconic weapons in the series, such as the Spread Gun, Laser Gun, and Homing Missiles. Players can stack two of the same type of weapon to enhance firepower, and they can also sacrifice extra weapons to unleash incredible abilities.

Story Background

The story revolves around the mysterious terrorist organization Red Falcon seizing control of the Galuga Archipelago near New Zealand and developing a doomsday weapon. To save the Earth, Contra unit commandos Bill Rizer and Lance Bean are sent on a new mission to confront this threat.

Game Modes and Level Design

The game features side-scrolling movement and consists of 8 levels. It includes a new "Story Mode" that allows up to two players to team up and cooperate, while the "Arcade Mode" supports up to 4 players simultaneously. Players will run, jump, and shoot through various stages, including jungles, waterfalls, and assaults on enemy bases while riding hover bikes.

Challenges and Rewards

The game offers three difficulty settings and various additional challenge options. Successfully completing challenges, such as speedruns or weapon restrictions, will reward players with a large amount of in-game currency. Both veteran players of the "Contra" series and newcomers will find enjoyment in the intense action gameplay.