Contra: Operation Galuga

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A new entry in the legendary Contra series is here! Contra: Operation Galuga is a thorough reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the '80s, featuring modern graphics and sound, new stages, new enemies and bosses, new play mechanics, an updated weapons system, and explosive co-op combat for up to two players in Story Mode or four players in Arcade Mode!

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Release date:
12 March 2024
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Recent Steam reviews:
Very Positive
All Steam reviews:
Very Positive (394)
User tags*:CombatFemale ProtagonistStory RichActionSci-fi

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Co-op

Description

A new entry in the legendary Contra series is here! Contra: Operation Galuga is a thorough reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the '80s, featuring modern graphics and sound, new stages, new enemies and bosses, new play mechanics, an updated weapons system, and explosive co-op combat for up to two players in Story Mode or four players in Arcade Mode!

When the Red Falcon terrorist group takes over the Galuga Islands off the coast of New Zealand, elite Contra commandos Bill Rizer and Lance Bean springs into action, initiating an all-out war in which the fate of mankind hangs in the balance!

Run, jump, and shoot your way through eight levels using a devastating arsenal - including the spread shot, laser, and homing missiles - now with stackable upgrades and awesome Overload abilities! The intense action is customizable with three difficulty settings plus a variety of additional challenge options. The true Contra legacy begins now!

Key Features:
•The original run-'n'-gun game is back, reimagined and more action-packed than ever!
•Attack aggressively across eight explosive stages! Infiltrate the jungle, ascend the waterfall, speed through an enemy base on a hovercycle, and more!
•Multiple playable characters with distinct abilities!
•Epic, screen-filling boss battles!
•New and fan-favorite weapons, now with stackable upgrades and incredible Overload abilities!
•Multiple difficulty options and a wealth of extra content

Recommended system requirements

minimum*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS:
Windows 10 - 64bit
Processor:
Intel® Core™ i5-7500 (3.40 GHz) or better
Memory:
8 GB RAM
Graphics:
NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 770 or AMD Radeon™ RX 570 or better
DirectX:
Version 12
Storage:
15 GB available space
Additional Notes:
1280 x 720 monitor resolution or better

recommended*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS:
Windows 10 - 64bit
Processor:
Intel® Core™ i7-7700K (4.20 GHz) or better
Memory:
8 GB RAM
Graphics:
NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 or better
DirectX:
Version 12
Storage:
15 GB available space
Additional Notes:
1920 x 1080 monitor resolution or better

User reviews

Bébé Bonhomme
Recommended | 28 Feb 2026
15.3h played

Good if you love the Contra series and liked Way Forwards take on Contra 4 for the Nintendo DS. Probably best to buy on sale unless you're a super fan, it's relatively short like the OG games. Runs great on Steam Deck.

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Thatguy
Recommended | 11 Feb 2026
3h played

Thank god for WayForward. They still know how to make a proper Contra game

Helpful: 3
Sekiro
Recommended | 16 Feb 2026
3.1h played

pHENOMENAL. jUST GO FOR THIS

Helpful: 0