Cogan's Run

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Cogan's Run is a 2D platformer where you play a secret agent navigating maze-like levels to reach a central control terminal. Your tools are limited ammunition and a set of environmental puzzles. Each level requires using teleporters, wall switches, and elevators to open paths while fending off robotic enemies. The challenge comes from managing scarce bullets and figuring out the right sequence of actions to progress. The game stands out for its clever level design and reliance on problem solving over brute force. Released in 1987 for Amiga and later Amiga CD32, it predates many modern platformer staples but holds up as a concise, cerebral test of reflexes and logic. Its focus on puzzle-driven exploration makes it a quietly memorable entry in the genre.