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Summary

Super Probotector: Alien Rebels is the PAL‑region makeover of Contra III, swapping the human commandos for the quirky robots RD‑008 and RC‑011. The game packs six stages together – four classic side‑scrolling run‑and‑gun levels and two overhead sections that showcase the SNES’s Mode 7 tricks, giving the alien‑war setting a surprisingly cinematic feel. Power‑ups range from homing missiles and a flamethrower to a laser and spread shot, while a signature spinning jump lets you fire both guns in mid‑air, adding a playful twist to the frantic action. Director Nobuya Nakazato injected more humor, tighter stage design, and a soundtrack that leans into the sci‑fi vibe, all while pushing the hardware with raster scrolling and sprite tricks; the PAL version does run a touch slower due to the system’s frame‑rate quirks. Critics praised its visuals, sound, and arcade‑quality feel, and the title has resurfaced on Wii and Wii U Virtual Console, the 3DS eShop, the Super NES Classic, and the modern Contra: Anniversary Collection.

Storyline

Super Probotector: Alien Rebels (known in other regions as Contra III: The Alien Wars) drops you into a six‑stage battle against an all‑out alien invasion of Earth. You control the iconic commandos Bill Rizer and Lance Bean, fighting through varied environments to halt the extraterrestrial threat. Each stage ramps up the action, demanding precise shooting and strategic use of power‑ups.

In the PAL release the human heroes are swapped for robotic Probotectors—RD‑008 and RC‑011—due to regional content restrictions. The story remains the same, but the metal protagonists give the game a distinct sci‑fi flavor while preserving the classic run‑and‑gun gameplay.