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3.3 / 5

16 votes

Platform
NES
Genres
Action · Platformer · Shooter
Release date
March 23, 1990

Summary

Code Name: Viper (often just Viper) is a gritty NES action title that drops you into the boots of Kenny Smith, a 98th Special Forces operative. The game leans heavily on fast‑paced side‑scrolling combat and tight platforming as you punch through enemy‑filled environments. Its visual palette leans toward muted, jungle‑tinted backdrops that reinforce the South‑American drug‑war vibe. The controls feel responsive, letting you chain attacks and dodge with a simple button layout, while each of the seven stages introduces new enemy types and environmental hazards. A memorable touch is the recurring radio calls from Director Jones, which add a sense of urgency without slowing the gameplay.

Edited by Maya Carter

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Alternative Titles

  • Ningen Heiki Dead Fox Alternative