The NES is filled with great hidden gems in its library. Among them is the awesome action game Shatterhand, which initially made its debut in 1991, bringing with it some hard-hitting excitement. But if you somehow missed it the first time around—or are having trouble tracking down a physical copy—Jaleco has some good news. It’s returning, this time on Nintendo Switch!
The company has announced JALECOlle Famicom Ver. Shatterhand, which is set to arrive on the platform tomorrow. What’s more, it’s available at a great sale price, going for a meager $8.99. The game serves as its latest retro release for the platform, joining others such as Totally Rad.
Here’s a quick overview of the game, direct from its Switch listing:
The year is 2030.
Metal Command, a cyborg army bent on world domination, has launched a rebellion.
Police officer Steve Herman lost both hands in battle. Equipped with cybernetic hands powerful enough to smash metal, he rises under the code name “Shatterhand.”
Fight through dangerous areas like the Factory, Submarine, and Ravaged City with close-range punches.
Power up to double your attack power and gain the upper hand in battle.
Collect three [α] and [β] letters to summon one of eight Satellite Robots, depending on the pattern. Each robot supports you with a different weapon.
Complete the same pattern again to transform into the invincible “Heavy Armor Dynamo.”
Master your fists and Satellite Robots, and crush General Grover, leader of Metal Command!
As for the features this version packs, well, there’s plenty!
★Power-up Durability
★Current Satellite Robot name and three-letter pattern
★Satellite Robot Life
★Boss name and Life gauge
★Current area name
◆NEW UI FEATURES
★PATTERN LOG
View the [α] and [β] letter combinations you have collected as three-letter patterns.
★Key VISUALIZER
See the three sound channels that make up the BGM displayed in real time on a keyboard-style interface.
◆ABOUT SATELLITE ROBOTS
View video guides showing how to control Satellite Robots and use their different attack patterns from the menu.
◆JALECOLLE FEATURES
★HELPFUL FEATURES FOR ALL PLAYERS
Use Rewind to quickly undo mistakes, or Quick Save & Load to save and resume the game anywhere.
★SUBTITLE GUIDE
View information about each area on the stage-select screen.
★RECORD YOUR BEST TIME
Use the Simple Timer to measure and record your time from the start of the game to the defeat of the final boss.
*Special rules and other new features can be turned ON or OFF in the options. You can also play in the original classic style.
★AND EVEN MORE FEATURES!
・30 Achievements
・Extras featuring the original package design and never-before-seen development materials
*Development materials are also available in an English-edited version.
・Screen Edge option to reduce visual distortion at the edges
・Screen size and filter options
・Wallpapers
・A bonus unlocked by clearing the game
The fact that the game is coming tomorrow has us excited. Bring back those retro vibes!
