If you thought the original Contra was tough, wait until you try this hack. The HC Enhancement version cranks up everything—sharper sprites, way more bullets flying at you, and bosses that actually made me yell at my screen a few times. It’s still the same run-and-gun chaos you remember, just meaner and prettier.

You start with the usual jungle assault, but enemies come faster, and some of their patterns are completely new. I died three times before even reaching the first boss, which honestly felt fair because the original’s muscle memory doesn’t always save you here. The music’s been tweaked too—same iconic tunes, but with extra punch to match the upgraded chaos.

This isn’t just a nostalgia trip; it’s Contra with its sleeves rolled up, daring you to keep up. Perfect if you’ve memorized the original and need something to make you sweat again.