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Super Contra
魂斗罗：Super
Super Contra is a run-and-gun action game released by Konami in 1990. Players control a heavily armed soldier navigating through challenging side-scrolling stages filled with enemies and environmental obstacles. The game features a distinctive control scheme where players aim in multiple directions (up, down, and diagonally) while moving and shooting, adding strategic depth to combat. Each level presents different terrain and enemy patterns, from alien bases to industrial facilities. Super Contra supports two-player cooperative gameplay, allowing friends to tackle missions together. The game is known for its fast-paced action, diverse weapon pickups that enhance firepower, and increasingly difficult enemy formations. The level progression ranges from straightforward combat scenarios to stages requiring precise platforming and shooting coordination. With its challenging difficulty and responsive controls, Super Contra demands skill and practice to complete.
- Developer
- Konami
- Released
- 1990
- Platform
- NES
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 2P
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 (1.8K)
- Last updated
Super Contra Controls — NES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Super Contra on our in-browser NES emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
Super Contra Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Super Contra on NES before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"Super Contra" NES longplay 1990
Super Contra Cheat Codes
15 community-curated cheats for Super Contra. Tick any to activate them automatically when you click "Play with cheats" — or copy a code into your own emulator.
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Infinite Lives Player 1
SZXPTLVG -
Infinite Lives Player 2
SZUPILVG -
Infinite Lives Both P1/P2
AEEAGIVI -
Both Characters Invincible
AEENPTEZ -
Invincibility Side And Top Levels (non-blinking) - Both Players
AUUEPGEY+TEUEZGZE+AOSAGPEP+AOVEELEP -
Infinite Lives Side and Top Levels - Both Players
SUEAGIVI -
Press Right On Controller 1 On Title Screen to Enable Start With 30 Lives Cheat
AEEZGXPA -
P1 Always Shoot Regular Gun
OXOEAAES+EEOEPEPA+SEOEZASL -
P1 Always Shoot Machine Gun
OXOEAAES+OEOEPEPA+SEOEZASL -
P1 Always Shoot Spread Gun
OXOEAAES+XEOEPEPA+SEOEZASL -
P1 Always Shoot Laser Gun
OXOEAAES+UEOEPEPA+SEOEZASL
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P1 Always Shoot Fireball Gun
OXOEAAES+KEOEPEPA+SEOEZASL -
P1 Always Shoot Super Fireball Gun
OXOEAAES+SEOEPEPA+SEOEZASL -
P1 Always Shoot Weak Fireball Gun
OXOEAAES+VEOEPEPA+SEOEZASL
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Super Contra released?
Super Contra was released in 1990 for the NES.
Who developed Super Contra?
Super Contra was developed by Konami, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Super Contra support?
Super Contra supports up to 2 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the NES.
What type of game is Super Contra?
Super Contra is a Action game for the NES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Super Contra for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Super Contra runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Super Contra in the browser?
No. Super Contra streams from a public archive into a browser-side NES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Super Contra?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original NES cartridge supported.
Does Super Contra work on mobile devices?
Yes — the NES emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play Super Contra this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Super Contra. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
