Blood Money

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A fast paced shooter set among hostile alien worlds, Blood Money tasks you with surviving waves of enemies while collecting gold to upgrade weapons. Play solo or with a friend in this 1989 arcade style shooter, where you navigate four distinct planets each filled with treacherous obstacles and powerful bosses. Blast through hordes of aliens using an array of firepower, balancing resource management with frantic combat as you advance through increasingly punishing stages. Despite its age Blood Money holds up for its smooth bit mapped visuals and driving soundtrack that keeps the action intense. The difficulty spikes rapidly with tough enemies and limited continues making each run a test of skill. While modern by 1980s standards its weapon upgrades and two player mode added depth to the genre. Though not as technically advanced today it remains a challenging relic for retro shooter fans.