Review: Dynamite Cop (Dreamcast)
A luxury cruise liner has been taken over by “modern day” pirates, and it is up to three heroes and their monkey to save the day in the Dreamcast beat-em-up, “Dynamite Cop”.
I have decided that I do not like that one line description, as it gives the impression that this game makes sense. Oddly enough, the nonsensical nature is what makes the game so much fun.
The weapons, for example, range from salt shakers (you shake salt and pepper in your enemies eyes) to anti-ship missiles that explode in mini-mushroom clouds. I don’t want to ruin any of the other surprises, so I shall leave my description at that.
Like all brawlers, you make your way through multiple levels all the while punching and kicking everything in sight. The game attempts to add in a little variety by occasionally cutting to button sequences (think a mini-Quick Time Event). Fail a sequence and you get the pleasure of beating up a few more enemies.
Not even these button sequences can save this games length. “Dynamite Cop” can be finished in just under 20 minutes on average. When you first start the game you are given the option of choosing three different “levels” (a classic arcade staple). Even with three separate paths, you are only getting around 60 minutes of gameplay.
"Beware the Kraken"
“Dynamite Cop”, in the end, is one of those “so bad it’s good” games. It is no “Earth Defense Force 2017″, but it is one you will pick up every so often for a good laugh with some friends.
At the time of this writing, you can grab a copy from Amazon for around nine dollars and it is well worth the laughs.
Tags: AM1, Beat-em-up, brawler, Die Hard Arcade, Dreamcast, Dynamite Cop, Earth Defense Force 2017, Sega
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September 10th, 2009 at 5:04 am
AstuteClass says:This was one of the games I bought at launch. I got this, Sonic Adventure, Toy Commander and Blue Stinger. I had it for Christmas in ’09 and also, Matrix had just been released on VHS.
I spent all Christmas playing these games and watching the Matrix over and over!
Dynamite Cop was an extremely short game, but a hell of a lot of fun!
September 10th, 2009 at 10:14 am
Jonah "spambot" Gregory says:As silly as it is, Nate and I have to play through it every now and then. There is something addictive about it.
November 29th, 2009 at 9:52 pm
Jeffrey L. Wilson says:Dynamite Cop, I earnestly declare, is one of my favorite beat ‘em ups titles. I like it better than Double Dragon, Final Fight, and even River City Ransom. I need a sequel!
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