[xbla][arcade][jtag/rgh] | Hard Corps Uprising

is widely considered a "spiritual successor" and prequel to Contra: Hard Corps , developed by Arc System Works—the studio behind Guilty Gear .

: You can trade in earned points for increased health, extra lives, faster movement, and more powerful weaponry.

“[Rising Mode is] a genius way to keep you returning to levels even after you've beaten the game.” YouTube · IGN · 15 years ago Hard Corps Uprising [XBLA][Arcade][Jtag/RGH]

“Every upgrade makes a significant difference and will keep you playing late into the night to unlock “just one more”.” Game Informer · 15 years ago

: Characters have expanded move sets compared to classic Contra , including double-jumping , dashing (mid-air or ground), and a deflect mechanic to reflect enemy projectiles. is widely considered a "spiritual successor" and prequel

: Points are retained even if you lose all your lives, making the grind feel rewarding rather than like "time wasted".

: You can carry two weapons at once and switch between them. Collecting the same weapon multiple times upgrades its firing rate and power. : Points are retained even if you lose

: You can start from any previously completed level rather than restarting the entire game every time. Other Notable Gameplay Features