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. GamePro Germany
    Jun 12, 2019
    90
    The uncomplicated, demanding action and the great level architecture make the classic Contras to timeless masterpieces that you can still enjoy today.
  2. PlayStation Country
    Jun 11, 2019
    80
    Contra Anniversary Collection offers a selection of games from the Contra series all in one package. There could have been more in here and some titles, although interesting, feel like padding but what is here delivers some of the best run and gun gameplay out there.
  3. GameSpew
    Jun 11, 2019
    80
    So, for fans on the Contra series or the run ‘n’ gun genre, Contra Anniversary Collection is a must-have. A lot of its games might feel overly similar to one another, but for its budget price you’d have to be a bit of a scrooge to hold it against it.
  5. Video Chums
    Jun 12, 2019
    76
    Contra Anniversary Collection may not be the definitive collection of Konami's retro run 'n' gun franchise but what's here still provides top-notch action-packed co-op entertainment. Contra: Rogue Corps couldn't come out soon enough.
  6. GameCritics
    Jul 16, 2019
    75
    While the Contra Anniversary Collection doesn’t have the same breadth of content featured in its gothic counterpart, fans of the franchise or anyone interested in some old-school videogamin’ with a capital V will find a lot to like here for $20. The people at M2 know what they’re doing when it comes to retro emulation, and they have delivered another worthwhile compilation. With these two collections and the recent announcements of both the TurboGrafx 16 Mini and Contra: Rogue Corps, perhaps there is hope for Konami yet…
  7. Vandal
    Jun 18, 2019
    75
    There are no surprises or amazing extras here, but there are some of the best run & gun’s ever made. If this is for you, we’re sure you’ll enjoy this collection.

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User Score
6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 29
  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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