Papi Commando is a classic run-and-gun action game developed by WaterMelon and released for the Sega Genesis in 2017, making it a modern retro-style game for the system. You play as a commando, fighting through levels to defeat enemies and complete missions, with a focus on shooting, action, and cooperative gameplay. The game is a tribute to classic 16-bit run-and-gun games, featuring hand-drawn pixel art and a challenging, old-school gameplay style.
The gameplay involves navigating through side-scrolling levels, using a variety of weapons, including machine guns, shotguns, and grenades, to defeat enemies, and you can also collect items to restore health and power-ups. The levels are set in a variety of military and sci-fi environments, each with its own unique challenges. The game features a "puzzle" system, where you must solve puzzles to progress, and a "collectible" system, where you can find hidden items and secrets throughout the levels.
A unique feature of Papi Commando is the "commando" theme – you play as a tough commando with a variety of weapons and abilities, and the game has a gritty and action-packed aesthetic. The game also features a "co-op" mode, where two players can play through the levels together.
Papi Commando is a solid run-and-gun game on the Genesis, praised for its retro feel, challenging gameplay, and beautiful pixel art.