Drill Dozer

About

Drill Dozer casts you as Jill, a crime boss's daughter chasing a stolen family heirloom in a mechanized suit of armor. Armed with a heavy drill, you jump, bash, and grind through six distinct zones filled with enemies and bosses. The Drill Dozer itself upgrades over time, letting you punch through obstacles or tear through foes. Combat mixes basic platforming with straightforward brawling, emphasizing speed and timing over complex mechanics. The game leans into over-the-top action with its gang warfare premise and flashy armor customization. Developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo, it’s a forgotten entry in the GBA/Wii U library with a small but dedicated following. Its blend of vertical level design and punchy boss fights offers a straightforward challenge, though dated visuals and limited polish keep it niche.

Storyline

Doug -- who is the leader of a bandit gang known as The Red Dozers and also Jill's Father -- was ambushed by a rival gang known as the Skullkers. They attacked the Red Dozers to steal the powerful Red Diamond, a gift from Jill's dead mother. To retrieve it, Jill mounts the powerful vehicle, the Drill Dozer!!