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Rad Rex and his partner Manic Jackson are part of an elite counter terrorism unit. Their mission is to save the hostages in a hijacked plane by killing all the Bagmen. After they successfully take back control of the plane they must work there way back though the airport and streets to take out t...

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Developer
Sunsoft

Released on
1988

Size
1–2 Players

Version
NES

Requirements
Nintendo Entertainment System

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Shooter

ESRB Rating
Not Rated

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Rad Rex and his partner Manic Jackson are part of an elite counter terrorism unit. Their mission is to save the hostages in a hijacked plane by killing all the Bagmen. After they successfully take back control of the plane they must work there way back though the airport and streets to take out the guerrillas hideout to get to their leader, Eugene Extreme.

Freedom Force is a light gun game that is played with the Nintendo Zapper. The object of the game is to kill all of the bad guys without losing all of Rad’s health or killing too many hostages or civilians. The friends and foes appears though doors and windows, and from behind objects forcing a quick decision whether to shoot them or not. There are 5 levels in total (Aeroplane, Gangway, Airport Terminal, Street, and Hideout) and the 4 different types of weapons that enemies have are guns, machine guns, grenades and missiles.

Freedom Force

Overview & History

Released by Sunsoft in 1988 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, Freedom Force is a rare, vertically scrolling side-scroller that puts players in the boots of a lone soldier infiltrating heavily guarded enemy strongholds. Developed during an era when military-themed action games were dominating arcades, this title attempted to bridge the gap between fast-paced arcade shooters and tactical console action, featuring tense hostage-rescue scenarios set across bleak industrial complexes and fortified jungle outposts.

Gameplay Features & Mechanics

The game challenges players to advance through hostile zones while strategically managing ammunition and rescuing captive comrades scattered throughout each stage. Unlike typical run-and-gun titles, Freedom Force emphasizes careful positioning and precision timing. Your commando can switch between multiple weapon payloads, utilizing standard assault fire for grunts and specialized explosives to demolish barricades or clear out entrenched sniper nests. Health management is critical, as enemy patrols attack in relentless waves, forcing players to master the terrain, utilize destructible cover, and rescue prisoners quickly to earn vital point bonuses and weapon upgrades before the stage timer expires.