Atomic Robo-kid Special
(PC Engine - JP, Shoot'em Up)
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$67.29
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Developed by:
UPL
Published by:
UPL
Released On:
19 Jan 1990
Atomic Robo-Kid Special is a PC Engine adaptation of Atomic Robo-Kid, originally released by UPL for the Arcade in 1988. Unlike the versions released for other systems, which were all straight Arcade conversions, the PC Engine was rebuilt from scratch and thus carries the "Special" modifier in its title.The PC Engine version would never be released outside of Japan. GameplayAs with the standard Atomic Robo-Kid, the eponymous robotic war machine passes through a series of stages to find the exit. Each exit is blocked by a boss enemy, which often needs to be destroyed before the exit becomes accessible. Atomic Robo-Kid can collect up to three weapon upgrades and switch between them: if they lose a life, they lose the presently equipped upgrade but keep the others.The game will switch up how each stage is presented. The first two stages are side-scrollers, while others include a single-screen "duel" with a rival, a maze-like stage that the player explores in various directions and other divergences.
UPC-A:
4953902890124 (Japan)
Part #:
UP01001 (Japan)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
In a post-nuclear world where surviving humans are trapped in cryosleep due to broken DNA, the player controls Robokit, a sentient machine that has awakened without understanding its purpose. Set in the year 2XXX, this adventure sees the player guiding Robokit through a radiation-streaked surface to locate the shelter and fulfill the dying wish of Doctor Tomin. The core objective is to help Robokit navigate the dangerous landscape to save humanity and restore their ability to reproduce.
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Welcome
Thank you very much for purchasing the PC Engine ROM card "Atomic Robokit" from UBEAR. Before you play, please read this instruction manual carefully and enjoy it with the correct usage.
Precautions
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When swapping cards, be sure to turn off the power first.
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As this is a precision device, avoid use or storage under extreme temperature conditions, strong shocks, etc.
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Do not force-bend the card.
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Do not touch the terminal part or get it wet, as this can cause malfunction.
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HuCARD is a dedicated game card.
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While we make every effort to ensure perfection, in the event that the product has a defect due to our company's responsibility, we will replace it with a new product.
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We ask for your understanding for any responsibility other than this.
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Please do not duplicate this software without our company's permission, nor use it on your equipment.
Story
In the year 2XXX, humanity was almost entirely destroyed by the nuclear war. A small number of people hid underground, waited for the radioactive winds to cease, and came out to the surface.
However, due to the remaining slight amount of radiation, human DNA (chromosomes) was destroyed, and humanity became unable to leave descendants.
Doctor Tomin developed a program to normalize DNA and cryopreserved the few remaining people in a shelter. However, just before the "Robokit" headed to the shelter, the doctor died.
The awakened "Robokit" doesn't even understand its own purpose.
...Can Robokit save humanity?
How to Play
Game Contents
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When the Life Gauge reaches 0, you lose one machine.
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If you lose all your remaining machines, it is Game Over.
Stage Types
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Normal Stage: Defeat the enemies and head straight for the EXIT hole. The exit is not necessarily the only one.
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Battle Stage: A one-on-one showdown with a battle robot that has almost the same performance as Robokid. Power-up items cannot be used.
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Giant Boss Stage: A single combat with a giant boss. Find its weak point.
Screen Display
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Life Gauge
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Score
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Attack Point: The attack power of the weapon you are using is displayed.
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Number of Blue Crystals
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Special Shield
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Number of remaining machines
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Weapon Selection
Paddle Operation Methods
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Button ①: Used for weapon selection and jumping. You can jump if you are standing on the ground.
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Direction Keys: Moves Robokid in 8 directions.
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Button ③: Fire.
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Run Switch
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Start and Pause
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Select Switch: Align the exit!
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Enemy Life
Special Events
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Penetrating Sword Showdown!
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Shooting Method!
Items & Weapons
Power-Up Items
Crystals that appear after destroying the Metal Bird, which increase a weapon's attack points when collected consecutively.
FIRE-2
A power-up item that grants penetration capabilities.
3-WAY
A power-up item that is effective against physical enemies.
Missile
A power-up item that can erase enemy bullets.
5-WAY
A power-up item that strengthens the frontal bullet curtain.
Speed Up
A power-up item that increases movement speed.
Power Up
A general power-up item.
Life Recovery
An item that recovers lost lives.
Life Up
An item that increases the maximum number of lives.
Myutron
A listed item.
Sleash Hold
A technique obtained by collecting 4 blue crystals that grants invincibility and a barrier against enemy bullets for a few seconds.
Item Shop
A location accessible by talking to the Mini Dragon where one item can be exchanged for one extra life.
MARCUS
An enemy character.
GREEN KID
An enemy character.
TACORA
An enemy character.
MILLS
An enemy character and 1UP character.
BOWLES
An enemy character.
GRIFFON
A 1UP character.
TARBIN KID
A 1UP character.
VELTRO
A 1UP character.
MECHA POCHI
A 1UP character.
KROOK
A 1UP character.
WILGA
A 1UP character.
SUPER ELEPHANT
A 1UP character.
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