Contra Guide
Original NES Jungle scenery; a documented crop of Rick Bruns' screenshot map.
NES · 1988 · 9 guides & references
Cheats, locations & unlocks
Key characters
Bill Rizer
Bill is the first playable soldier in the NES game. His rifle and movement follow the same rules as Lance’s, and his blue trousers distinguish the sprite.
Original NES first-player Bill sprite in blue trousers.
Lance Bean
Lance joins simultaneous cooperative play. His red trousers help players track each other during crowded firefights, while his movement and pickup rules match Bill’s.
Original NES second-player Lance sprite in red trousers.
Enemy soldier
Running soldiers enter the route from different sides. Keep firing lanes clear and avoid letting a new soldier occupy the platform where you plan to land.
Original NES running soldier sprite.
Rifleman
Riflemen defend particular sight lines rather than chasing the player. Read their shooting direction and use height or a safe diagonal angle to attack.
Original NES rifleman firing sprite.
Artwork & pictures
Image gallery