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"Gun.Smoke" is a classic vertical scrolling shooter game developed and published by Capcom, released for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1988. The game is a loose adaptation of the arcade game of the same name, inspired by the Wild West theme. Players step into the boots of a courageous bounty hunter whose mission is to bring the most notorious outlaws of the West to justice. Set against a backdrop of dusty frontier towns and rugged landscapes, the game combines action-packed shootouts with strategy, as players navigate through various levels, each ending with a challenging boss fight against villains like bandits and renegade chiefs.

The gameplay in "Gun.Smoke" is particularly notable for its control scheme, which was unique at the time. Instead of the typical directional shooting found in most shooters of the era, "Gun.Smoke" requires players to use three buttons to fire; left, right, and center, simulating a more realistic shooting experience akin to handling a wild West gunfighter's dual pistols. Additionally, the game features a variety of power-ups and special items like horses for quicker movement and bulletproof armor, which can be purchased from the shop with money collected from defeated enemies. This clever blend of shoot-'em-up mechanics with adventure and RPG elements made "Gun.Smoke" a memorable classic for many NES enthusiasts, maintaining its place as a cherished title in the vintage gaming community.

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