Contra Anniversary Collection

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Digital Chumps
    Jun 24, 2019
    73
    Contra Anniversary Collection is another successful release under Konami’s Anniversary Collection moniker. It brings the old series back to life and reminds us that Konami really loved gaming back in the day. Hopefully, they can get that old feeling back again and reignite some of the other series that lie underneath their control.
  2. Eurogamer Italy
    Aug 20, 2019
    70
    Contra Anniversary Collection is a package that includes ten selected classic titles from the Contra franchise, part of Konami's "Anniversary Collection" series. It has an extremely fast gameplay, suitable for nostalgic players.
  3. JeuxActu
    Jun 26, 2019
    70
    Contra Anniversary Collection is clearly aimed at the nostalgic gamer and regroups all the 2D games. The only drawback is the impossibility to customize the controls with are different among all games.
  5. Everyeye.it
    Jun 17, 2019
    70
    The Contra Anniversary Collection is a pleasant history lesson of the Run and Gun.
  6. The Digital Fix
    Jun 12, 2019
    70
    Great game selection with robust emulation and features, yet lacking in control customisation and bonus content.
  7. Push Square
    Jun 12, 2019
    70
    Contra Anniversary Collection is a pleasant shoot down memory lane, but the duplicate games are frustrating additions, taking up slots that could’ve been filled by more unique titles. As is, half of the roster are repeats, and that’s a bit of a shame. Compared to the Castlevania Anniversary Collection, which offered eight distinctive experiences that epitomised the early years of the series, it’s a disappointing line up, especially considering the absence of the underrated, long-awaited Nintendo DS sequel; Contra 4. However, these are very good games and it remains enjoyable to explore the history of such an iconic series and compare the tweaks to each version, whether graphical or story based. The games that we are given are all (mostly) stellar retro shooters and it’s cool to have them easily accessible in one place. If you haven’t experienced the Contra series before, then this isn’t a bad pl ace to report for duty.
  8. Multiplayer.it
    Jun 17, 2019
    68
    Contra Anniversary Collection offers a decent selection of classic episodes, even though there are several alternative versions of the same games.
  9. The Games Machine
    Jun 14, 2019
    65
    Contra Anniversary Collection offers a series of run and guns of undisputed historical value in a package that honestly could have offered so much more. Contra III: The Alien War and Hard Corps remain as beautiful as the sun, and the two arcade games still offer a steep but extremely rewarding challenge, however the superfluous presence of the Probotectors can only appear as a waste of space in the eyes of the true fans.

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User Score
6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
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  2. Mixed: 2 out of 29
  3. Negative: 10 out of 29
  1. PyroFierceDeity
    Dec 1, 2020
    0
    An absolute horrible and lazy port. First of all, no online play? Really? Second, WHY did we get the arcade versions of contra? Easily theAn absolute horrible and lazy port. First of all, no online play? Really? Second, WHY did we get the arcade versions of contra? Easily the worst versions of contra by far. Hit detection is all messed up, the jumping is awkward and clunky, bullets don't go where you want them to when aiming in all 8 directions, etc. This collection is ALSO really just 3 games with different regional ports for each one. It may SEEM like a good deal because you're getting "10 games" when really you only get 3 games and different regional ports which add literally NOTHING to the other versions, just your main characters are robots and not humans. The only good thing about this is that it has contra 3, and a digital scrapbook that's annoying to navigate. Very disappointed in this konami, I'm glad I'm getting a refund.

    Don't buy. Save your money.    … Full Review »
  2. Yojimbo2015
    May 15, 2023
    8
    A compilation of the first four Contra games in their various incarnations including arcade, NES, Super NES, Megadrive and Gameboy as well asA compilation of the first four Contra games in their various incarnations including arcade, NES, Super NES, Megadrive and Gameboy as well as the Japanese versions of same. Essential for any Contra fan and a great compilation that includes the two best run & gunners ever: Probotector and Super Probotector: Alien Rebels.… Full Review »
  3. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Mar 3, 2023
    8
    This is a solid collection of classic Contra games. It features the arcade, home console and Japanese versions of Contra, Super C, Alien WarsThis is a solid collection of classic Contra games. It features the arcade, home console and Japanese versions of Contra, Super C, Alien Wars and Hard Corps. The Game Boy's Operation C is also included. Each title is old-school tough, so it's helpful that they have their own save slot. You can change display options, borders, difficulty levels and the fire rate. Fans will also enjoy the 74 page behind-the-scenes e-book. Overall, I would rate this with an 8.2 out of 10.… Full Review »
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