The Combatribes

The Combatribes

The Combatribes is a classic beat 'em up action game published by American Technōs for the SNES, released in 1991, and it is a port of the 1990 arcade game of the same name. You play as one of three cybernetic fighters, fighting through levels to defeat a criminal organization, with a focus on side-scrolling brawling, action, and cooperative gameplay.

The gameplay involves fighting waves of enemies using a variety of punches, kicks, and special moves, and you can also use weapons and items to defeat enemies, and you can also perform "team" attacks with your partner. A unique feature is the "cybernetic" theme – the characters are cybernetic fighters with unique abilities and weapons, and the game features a sci-fi and urban setting, adding a layer of variety and style to the gameplay. The levels include various urban and industrial environments, 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 and power-ups. The graphics are colorful and detailed, with a comic book and sci-fi style and well-rendered sprites, and the backgrounds are varied and detailed. The music is upbeat and energetic, with a fun and action-packed soundtrack that matches the game's chaotic and exciting tone. Critics praised the cybernetic theme, the cooperative gameplay, and the overall fun beat 'em up action, making it a solid and enjoyable game for the SNES. It supports two players. The Combatribes is a fun and engaging game that offers a great cybernetic beat 'em up experience.