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Cosmo Police was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System, though it never saw a release outside of Japan. It was developed and published by SOFEL, arriving during a time when the NES library was filled with many side scrolling action games. This one stands out for its particular blend of genres.

You control a police officer navigating a large, interconnected city from a side view. Your main goal is to explore the urban landscape, screen by screen, to uncover and dismantle a criminal organization. Your primary tools are a standard pistol for combat and a grappling hook that lets you climb to higher platforms and access new areas. The game requires careful exploration, as you search buildings for clues and items that progress the story. The pacing is deliberate, with a moderate difficulty that comes from learning the city's layout and managing enemy encounters. Playing it feels like piecing together a large, quiet puzzle in a subdued world.