Summary
- Release Year: 1988
- Genres: Fighting
- Platforms: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST/STE, Commodore C64/128/MAX, DOS, ZX Spectrum
- Developers: Tiertex
- Publishers: GO!, U.S. Gold
Human Killing Machine: The Ultimate Beat-Em-Up Extravaganza
Released in 1988, Human Killing Machine is a side-scrolling beat-em-up arcade game that quickly gained a cult following among fighting game enthusiasts. Developed by Data East, the game is known for its challenging gameplay, variety of enemies, and over-the-top violence.
Gameplay
The player controls a muscular man known only as the Human Killing Machine, who must fight his way through hordes of enemies in order to reach the final boss. The game is played in a side-scrolling perspective, and the player can use a variety of punches, kicks, and special moves to defeat their opponents.
One of the things that sets Human Killing Machine apart from other beat-em-ups is its large roster of enemies. Each enemy type has its own unique fighting style and abilities, and the player must learn how to defeat each one in order to progress.
The game also features a variety of different locations, each with its own unique set of challenges. The player will fight through the streets of Moscow, the seedy underworld of Amsterdam, the bullfighting ring of Barcelona, a German beerhouse, and the war-torn ruins of Beirut.
Violence
Human Killing Machine is known for its over-the-top violence. The player can use a variety of brutal attacks to defeat their opponents, including punches, kicks, headbutts, and even weapons. The game also features a number of gory fatalities, which can be triggered by performing certain special moves.
Legacy
Human Killing Machine was a critical and commercial success, and it is still considered to be one of the best beat-em-ups of all time. The game has been ported to a number of different platforms, including the Sega Genesis, Super Nintendo, and PlayStation 2.
Human Killing Machine has also been praised for its soundtrack, which is considered to be one of the best in the genre. The game’s music was composed by Ryuichi Nitta, who also composed the music for other classic arcade games such as Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja and Double Dragon.
Enemies
- Igor the Fearless – A Russian wrestler who is the first boss of the game.
- Maria and Helga – Two female street fighters who are the second boss of the game.
- Miguel – A Spanish bullfighter who is the third boss of the game.
- Brutus – A fighting bull who is the fourth boss of the game.
- Utan Hana – A Japanese sumo wrestler who is the fifth boss of the game.
- Terrorists – A group of terrorists who are the final boss of the game.
Locations
- Moscow – The streets of Moscow, where the player fights Igor the Fearless.
- Amsterdam – The seedy underworld of Amsterdam, where the player fights Maria and Helga.
- Barcelona – The bullfighting ring of Barcelona, where the player fights Miguel and Brutus.
- Germany – A German beerhouse, where the player fights Utan Hana.
- Beirut – The war-torn ruins of Beirut, where the player fights the terrorists.
Review
Human Killing Machine is a classic beat-em-up that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s challenging gameplay, variety of enemies, and over-the-top violence make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Score: 7/10
Review Score
7/10
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