
Your swing will keep going until you pull up or release. This will allow you to swing past certain obstructions like boxes and barrels, as well as stun enemies. Once you've got hold of something this way, you can swing by pressing in the direction you're facing. If you press the button in the air, you will also extend your arm diagonally, unless you hold straight up. This is easier than trying to hold the d-pad diagonally, so get used to it. If you press the arm button while standing, you'll extend your arm diagonally up in the direction you're facing.

But this is still a platform game, and learning to control your swing is the most important skill you can develop. Holding down and tossing will roll the barrel like Donkey Kong, taking out any enemies on the ground.īionic Commando doesn't have a jump button. A normal toss is best for taking out flying drones. You can use a barrel as a shield, and also toss them at enemies.

Therefore, making a great game that people love and can buy for nearly the same price of a delivery pizza is an obvious winner, especially when consumers don’t even have to leave the comfort of their homes to obtain the game and start playing.You can use the Bionic Arm to grab and throw barrels littered throughout the stage.

Generally, less investment means smaller expectations. The popularity of smaller downloadable games like Super Meat Boy, Raskulls, and Bionic Commando Rearmed seems to continue spreading like wildfire because of the easier-to-swallow price point and bite-sized entertainment they offer. With the relative success of Bionic Commando Rearmed, it does seem that Capcom is getting on board with downloadable games. This game has the potential to be a whole heap of fun.

Check out our Bionic Commando Rearmed 2 Preview to catch up on the history of the series, and see some gameplay trailers of Nathan Spencer in full swing.
