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Mega Turrican

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Also known as
"Turrican III - The Final Fight" Turrican 3 Turrican III: Payment Day

Battle the Dark Forces across large levels using upgradeable weapons, a wheel mode, and a grappling rope.

Mega Turrican was released for the Sega Genesis in North America in 1994; the original game (Turrican 3) first launched on Amiga in 1993.

About Mega Turrican

Mega Turrican is a side scrolling action game where the player assumes the role of a soldier from the USS Freedom Forces. The objective is to combat a resurgent enemy known as the Dark Forces across expansive levels.

Gameplay involves navigating these large environments, which are designed for exploration to locate hidden secrets and confront numerous adversaries. The player character has access to a versatile arsenal, including three distinct weapon types that can be upgraded: a multiple shot, a laser, and a rebound weapon.

Movement and defense are augmented by special abilities. A grappling rope aids in traversal, while a wheel mode grants temporary invincibility and allows for laying mines. This mode, which consumes a special energy resource, can also be used to access otherwise unreachable areas.

Mega Turrican Screenshots

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Intro - The Dark Forces
Intro - Bren of the USS Freedom Forces
Title screen
The first level
A mid-boss
Lots of action
Searching for secrets is half the fun.
Enemies attacking from the background
Boss-fight
Using the rope
The water is harmless - until it gets electrified by the electric eels.
Underwater-level