The Expendables 8-Bit

About The Expendables 8-Bit Game

Gear up for an epic journey in The Expendables 8-Bit, a classic side-scrolling platformer game inspired by the action-packed movie of the same name! Created by Flipline Studios in 2010, this adventure sets you on a mission across South America with a team of elite mercenaries. Drawing inspiration from the classic NES game Contra, this game offers a nostalgic yet fresh experience, combining retro gameplay with unique twists from the movie.

Your ultimate goal is to track down and defeat the notorious General Garza. Get ready to leap into various missions, each bursting with thrilling challenges. You'll need to dodge traps, fight off General Garza's tough soldiers, and push forward with all your might. It's time to show those villains what you're made of and bring peace back to the day. So, choose your hero, grab your gear, and let's jump into this adventure!

How to Play

Before you start playing, you'll pick your hero. Each one has their own way of fighting. Pick one and jump into the adventure:
- Yin Yang (Jet Li): Quick and sneaky. Uses ninja stars and kicks.
- Lee Christmas (Jason Statham): Expert with knives. Great in close fights.
- Barney Ross (Sylvester Stallone): Strong leader. Good with guns for far shots.

Next, here's how to control your hero:
- Left/Right arrow keys: Move left and right
- Up/Down arrow keys: Aim your knives, gun, or throwing stars
- A or Z: Jump
- S or X: Throw knives / Throw stars / Shoot with your gun
- Up arrow key + S: Spin Kick
- Down arrow key + Right arrow key + S: Slide Kick

As you play through the game, you'll go on three main missions. Each mission is like a mini-adventure in a different place. You'll face many of General Garza's soldiers trying to stop you. They'll come at you from all directions, so be ready to fight or dodge. If they hit you or if you get shot, you lose a life. You start with five lives, but if you lose them all, you have to start the mission over.

What else you should know

While you're fighting and moving through the levels, keep an eye out for power-ups. These special items can make your weapons better or even make you invincible for a short time. The type of power-up you get can depend on which hero you're playing as. For example, power-ups might make Yin Yang's shurikens act like boomerangs or give Lee Christmas multiple knives to throw at once.

Lastly, if you beat the game with Yin Yang, Lee Christmas, and Barney Ross on normal difficulty, you'll unlock the Bonus Mode! In Bonus Mode, you get to team up with all three heroes, playing them back-to-back in a thrilling quest for the ultimate high score. It's your golden ticket to show off your skills and earn your spot as an Official Expendable!

The Expendables 8-Bit combines retro gaming nostalgia with modern action to create an unforgettable adventure. Whether you're a fan of the movie or new to the franchise, this game offers something for everyone with its engaging gameplay, challenging missions, and homage to classic 8-bit games. Gather your courage, choose your hero, and step into the battle to become a true Expendable. Ready to take on the challenge?