The game uses side-scrolling city stages where the monsters climb buildings, punch through walls, and topple entire structures for points. Players can attack civilians and military units, but must also manage health while dodging tanks, helicopters, and soldiers. Each stage usually ends after enough damage is dealt to the city, then the action moves to a new location with increased pressure. On NES, two players can cooperate and split targets to clear stages faster.

George

A giant gorilla with quick movement and solid climbing ability.

Lizzie

A giant lizard with strong attacks and aggressive close-range damage.

Ralph

A giant wolf who offers a balanced mix of mobility and destruction.

Focus on upper floors to bring buildings down faster and rack up damage efficiently. Use the edges of buildings and vertical movement to avoid being trapped by tanks and helicopters. Eat falling civilians when health gets low, but don’t stay exposed in open ground for too long. In multiplayer, divide the city blocks between both players to speed up clearing.

Tips and tricks

Target upper floors first to trigger full-building collapses more often.

Tips and tricks

Use climbing and building cover to break away from military fire.

Tips and tricks

Keep some health in reserve before the next city so you don’t fail early.

User Reviews

Absurd premise, but the destruction loop is instantly appealing.

User Reviews

Co-op is the best way to enjoy the game.

User Reviews

Simple presentation, yet it still captures a strong arcade feel on NES.