Argus

Argus is a vertical shooter in which players control a space-fighter equipped with a front laser and ground bombs. Power-ups are activated by destroying three marked tiles on the ground: B creates a temporary barrier, P upgrades the primary weapon, and L awards an extra bonus at the end of the stage.

The game also features the Uoru armor. When a shadow appears on the ground, aligning the ship's shadow with it transforms the craft into a powerful robot for a limited time.

Each stage ends with a battle against the Mega Argus fortress. Its core must be bombed when fully exposed, after which the player must land safely on a runway. Argus includes nine levels and a two-player alternating mode.

Game Details

• Developer: NMK
• Publishers: Jaleco; NMK (Jaleco license)
• Platforms: Arcade, Final Burn Alpha Neo, Nintendo Famicom
• Genres: Arcade, Shooter, Shooter / Flying Vertical