Choplifter III

In this third installment of the Choplifter series, it is once again your job to fly your helicopter through enemy territory to rescue hostages. The helicopter does not only take damage from enemy fire, but also from contact with buildings, trees, walls etc., which makes some levels difficult to navigate.

Released: 1 January 1994
Platforms: Game Boy Game Gear SNES
Genres: Shoot 'em up Shooter Strategy
Developers: Krome Studios Melbourne
Publishers: Ocean Software
Series: Choplifter
Modes: Single-player
Perspective: Side view
Themes: Action
Country: Australia
Age ratings: ESRB T
Languages: English
Entry: #3 in Choplifter

About

Choplifter III is a shoot 'em up video game released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in 1994. It was the third Choplifter title starting with the original Apple II game released in 1982.

A portable version of the game was released for the Game Gear, but this version was actually a remake of Choplifter II. This version of the game was subsequently re-released for the Game Boy.

Keywords

modern warfare
shoot 'em up
sequel
modern military
retroachievements

Media

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Gameplay

The gameplay revolves around piloting a rescue helicopter into hostile territory and rescuing hostages. The player's task is made more complicated by the limited number of hostages the helicopter can carry as well as increasing difficulty throughout the four chapters of the game. Each chapter is split into four collective stages and set in a different environment, starting off with jungle, desert, sea, and finally city.

The game also has a number of minibosses spread throughout the campaign.

Reception

GamePro gave the game a mostly positive review, commending its "beautiful" graphics and "addictive" gameplay. Electronic Gaming Monthly gave it a 7.8 out of 10, commenting that it is suitable for fans of military simulation games. In 1995, Total! ranked the game 92nd on their "Top 100 SNES Games" list.