Operation Wolf
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(PC Engine - JP, Action & Adventure)
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Developed by:
Taito
Published by:
NEC
Released On:
01 Jan 1990
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You have been recruited for Operation Wolf , a desperate attempt to rescue prisoners from the enemy. Through a series of missions, you'll engage a variety of enemies, from soldiers to ninjas, patrol boats to helicopters, and more. Can you carry the day?
Operation Wolf is an arcade game by Taito, released in 1987 for the PC Engine. It is essentially a bitmapped "rail-shooter", where you basically hold the gun and shoot just about everything that moves, while conserving your ammo and grenades. Shoot ammo/grenades and healing items on the screen to "pick them up". Your primary machine gun can kill everything if you hit it enough times, but you can also use the grenade launcher for really deadly targets like helicopters or armored cars. You can collect a machine gun which will allow you to shoot faster for a few seconds.
You'll be pummelled by a LOT of enemies. Some will be shooting, others will be tossing grenades, knives, and more. Some are armored and require more than a few hits, and others can dodge. You can shoot grenades and knives out of the air if you aim well enough. There are also civilians running around which can be shot, but it's not beneficial.
Bosses appear at the end of some levels, and each has a specific weakness you need to exploit.
UPC-A:
4988041700188 (Japan)
Part #:
NAPH-1010 (Japan)
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Number of Players Supported:
1-2 Players
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
Operation Wolf is a classic run-and-gun shooter set during a military coup in South America, where elite mercenaries are tasked with rescuing captured government officials and American embassy members from a detention camp. In single-player or co-op modes, players control special forces operatives to navigate stages, eliminate enemies, and complete this high-stakes hostage rescue mission.
Story
Congratulations
Congratulations. By purchasing this PC Engine software, 'Operation Wolf' by NEC Avenue, you have already acquired good fortune. In order to hold on to that fortune for a long time, please read this 'Instruction Manual' carefully and enjoy the product using the correct methods.
Care Instructions
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It is a precision device, so avoid use or storage under extreme temperature/humidity conditions, direct sunlight, and strong shocks. Also, do not bend the card.
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Do not touch the terminal portion (metal part of the card) or get it dirty by soaking it in water, etc.
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Do not wipe with volatile oils such as thinner or benzine.
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For the health of your eyes, please play at a distance from the TV screen (approximately 2 meters).
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When playing for a long time, for your health, take a short break of 5-10 minutes every hour.
Warranty and Rights
We have done our utmost to ensure quality, but in the unlikely event that a problem arises due to our responsibility, we will exchange it for a new product. Please excuse us for any other responsibilities. Unauthorized duplication of this software by our company, and its use in the lending business, are prohibited.
Story
A coup occurred in South America in the country of Cherico, and government officials were captured one after another. Former President Enrico and members of the American embassy were sent to a detention camp, and the time for execution was approaching. In response to this, the President of the United States and the CIA Director issued the 'Wolf Operation'! A hostage rescue operation by elite mercenaries was launched-.
Start Method
Press RUN on the title screen, and the screen will change to the photo on the left. Use the up/down arrow keys to select a mode, and press RUN again to confirm.
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1 PLAY: Single player mode.
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2 PLAY: Two-player mode. In the PC Engine version of 'Operation Wolf', you can enjoy two-player simultaneous play. To select this mode, you will need a multi-tap.
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SPEED: The movement speed of the crosshair can be adjusted in 3 levels.
Items & Weapons
Mags
Increases the number of machine gun rounds by 30.
Rocket Launcher
Increases the remaining number of rocket launchers by 1.
Free
For about 10 seconds, shooting the machine gun continuously will not decrease the ammunition.
Dynamite
When fired and exploded, all enemies on the screen are destroyed.
Power Drink
Recovers 5 points of health.
First Aid Kit
Recovers 20 points of health.
Gun Box
Fully recovers ammunition.
Controls
Directional Keys
Controls the aim of the machine gun. Also used to move the cursor during mode selection.
II Button
Machine gun firing button. Holding it down results in continuous firing.
RUN Button
Game start button. Rocket launcher firing button. Used at a time.
SELECT Button
Game start button. Rocket launcher firing button. Used at a time.
How to Play
Mission Strategy
Set a strategy to capture the prisoners. The game consists of 6 stages, with only 4 available at the start: Settlement, Ammunition Depot, Communications Office, and Jungle. Each stage serves a specific purpose: health recovery, ammunition resupply, enemy reinforcement blockage, and information gathering.
Once you gather the necessary information, the stage progresses to prisoner rescue and escape. Course selection is key to your overall strategy.
Stage Purposes
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Settlement: Clearing this stage restores 20 points of health.
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Ammunition Depot: Clearing this stage restores ammunition to the maximum value.
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Communications Office: Destroying this building prevents enemies from calling for reinforcements.
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Jungle: If enemy communications are disabled, they cannot call for reinforcements.
Strategic Course Selection
In the first 4 stages, your starting point determines the ease of gameplay. For example, destroying the communications office first increases the number of enemies you face. Conversely, clearing the Settlement and Ammunition Depot early makes recovery and ammunition items appear more easily.
Hidden Items
Items are hidden in specific locations within the battlefield in addition to those appearing from the start. Look for coconuts or animal characters to reveal these items. Shoot these objects once to reveal the item, then shoot it again to collect it.
Protect Prisoners and Civilians
Prisoners and civilians appear in the stage alongside enemies and animals. They move within the screen and may overlap with enemy characters. Do not shoot them.
If a bullet hits a prisoner or civilian, your health will decrease significantly as a penalty.
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