Fernandez Must Die cover art

Game dossier

Fernandez Must Die

Available now

A vertical-scrolling arcade shooter set in the Republic of El Diablo

The briefing

About this game

Fernandez Must Die is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the Commando formula. Players are called upon to defeat the despot Fernandez, destroy his hideouts, and return the Republic of El Diablo to its people.

Across 8 levels, hordes of enemies, landmines, underground tunnels, and enemy buildings stand in the way. Unlimited bullets provide the main weapon, while grenades are limited but collectible. Medical packs offer recovery, and using cover and surprise attacks can be important to survival.

The game also features vehicles, beginning with a jeep and including motorbikes, tanks, and similar machines. Losing a life destroys the vehicle. In two-player mode, players can divide driving and gunning responsibilities. A new game resumes from the point where the player died in the previous game.

Key Features

  • Vertical-scrolling arcade shooting action
  • Eight levels with enemy buildings and tunnel networks
  • Unlimited bullets and collectible grenades
  • Landmines to avoid and medical packs to collect
  • Jeep, motorbike, tank, and other vehicle sections
  • Two-player driving and gunning roles