Army Moves

About

Army Moves is a 1987 arcade shooter split into two distinct halves. The first half casts you as a jeep driver evading enemy vehicles and helicopter fire before switching to a helicopter combat segment. You must shoot down planes while dodging submarine torpedoes and ground fire then land safely. The second half moves to a jungle setting where you leap over obstacles dispatch enemies and retrieve secret documents. Completing all seven sections unlocks a bonus. The game stands out for its varied gameplay shifts between land air and jungle environments. Each section introduces new mechanics like timing jumps or managing ammunition. Players needing to input a code from part one to access part two added replay value. Available on multiple 8 bit platforms it's a relic of late 80s gaming that still offers fast paced action. The challenge curve and dual part structure keep things engaging even with its dated visuals.

Storyline

Derdhal is a member of the C.O.E., Special Operations Corps and has been trained for many years to become a specialist, and is now the first of his class. He can traverse enemy lines by land, sea or air, he masters all the techniques of jungle warfare, he knows all the weapons and he is an expert in explosives. Due to its characteristics, it has been chosen for a unique mission. You must cross the enemy lines, locate the headquarters of your opponents and get the blueprint of the particle bomb that can become the most destructive weapon created by man. Humanity is not safe until these plans are achieved. Derdhal knows the danger posed by the mission and the vital importance of completing it successfully, but he takes the risk and embarks on an adventure, a nightmare from which it is difficult to escape.