Pooyan

About

Pooyan, a 1982 shooter-puzzle arcade game from Konami, casts you as Mama, a determined pig on a rescue mission. Navigate maze-like levels, blasting wolves that kidnapped your piglets while avoiding hazards and solving layout puzzles. The game blends horizontal scrolling with timed jumps and gunplay, demanding quick reflexes and spatial awareness. A co-op mode lets two players team up to clear stages faster, adding competitive flair to the frantic action. With a 8.5/10 average on IGDB and 4.5/5 on Mobygames, Pooyan remains a cult classic for its tight mechanics and retro charm. Originally released on arcade cabinets and home computers like the Atari 2600 and NES, it’s available today on Wii and Wii U through virtual retro collections. Its mix of obstacle dodging and target shooting keeps runs unpredictable, while the pixelated pig protagonist and goofy sound effects add tongue-in-cheek humor. Short levels encourage quick retries, making it a staple for arcade purists and pixel art fans.