Target: Renegade

Target: Renegade

Target: Renegade is a beat 'em up action game published by Taito for the NES, released in 1990, and it is a sequel to the classic "Renegade" arcade game. You play as a vigilante, fighting through the streets to stop a criminal gang and rescue a girl, with a focus on side-scrolling brawling and fast-paced combat. The gameplay involves fighting waves of enemies using punches, kicks, and throws, with a focus on timing, strategy, and using the environment to your advantage. A unique feature is the "weapon" system – you can pick up weapons like knives and bats to use against enemies, and you can also perform special moves and combos by combining button presses, adding a layer of depth to the combat. The game includes multiple stages, each with unique enemies, obstacles, and challenging boss encounters. The game features a health bar and a continue system, and you can also collect items to restore health. The graphics are colorful and detailed, with a gritty urban style and well-rendered sprites, and the backgrounds are detailed and varied. The music is intense and action-packed, with a driving beat. Critics praised the combat and the challenge, making it a solid sequel to the original. It supports one player. Target: Renegade is a fun and challenging beat 'em up for fans of the genre.