Description

"Zombie Nation" is a 1990 NES game developed by KAZe and published by Meldac. It stages an unconventional side-scrolling shooter gameplay where players control the disembodied samurai head named Namakubi. The game is set in 1999, where an evil alien named Darc Seed crashes to Earth and turns the American population into zombies while using the magnetic power of a stolen meteorite to bring various structures and historical artifacts to life. In response, Namakubi heads to the United States to defeat Darc Seed, rescue the citizens, and recover the samurai's stolen sword.

In terms of gameplay, "Zombie Nation" features four levels where players float the samurai head through diverse environments barraged with enemies and obstacles. The game's visual appeal includes destructible environments and large sprites, with the head able to shoot projectiles from its eyes and mouth to destroy enemies and buildings. As buildings are destroyed, they release survivors who were turned into zombies, crediting the player with increased health and score boosts. With its bizarre premise and challenging mechanics, "Zombie Nation" gained a cult following despite its initial mixed reception, remembered for its oddity and distinct place within the NES library. The game is notable for its departure from more conventional themes and approaches seen in the majority of retro games from this era.

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