Contra 4

Finally, a retrospective done right - one-hit kills and game over screens galore. A must-have for DS owners.

Genre: Shooter
Release date: Nov 13, 2007
Developed by: Konami
Multiplayer Modes:
Online
2 player CO-OP
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Screenshots updated Jul 11, 2007
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ESRB Rating
Contra 4 is rated:
Teen
Blood and Gore, Fantasy Violence, Language
Mediocre Game Babes
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