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3.9 / 5

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Platform
TurboGrafx-16
Genres
Shooter
Developers
Compile
Release date
January 1, 1989

Summary

Gunhed: Special Version is a quirky, non‑commercial HuCard that surfaced as part of Hudson Soft’s fifth Caravan Festival back in 1989. I’m always amazed that the cartridge only offers two tightly‑timed challenges – a two‑minute sprint and a five‑minute marathon – each built around pure hi‑score competition. The design feels like a retro arcade showdown, encouraging players to master the same short‑run over and over to shave off milliseconds. Because it never hit the retail market, the game has a cult‑like aura among collectors, and the Time Attack modes remain the core draw for anyone looking to test their reflexes on the TurboGrafx‑16.

Edited by Maya Carter

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Game modes
Single