The Untouchables

About

The Untouchables is a side-scrolling action game where you play as Elliot Ness hunting down Al Capone's criminal empire. Navigate six levels filled with gangsters, using a range of weapons from pistols to shotguns to eliminate enemies. Each stage involves specific tasks like rescuing allies or collecting evidence while dodging henchmen and traps. Simple 2D platforming mixes with on-foot gunfights as you push through warehouses, city streets, and bootleg hideouts. The controls are straightforward but demand timing for jumps and shooting during fast-paced confrontations. The game’s retro charm and varied weapon pickups help it stand out among late '80s platformers. While not as graphically advanced as newer titles, the tight shooting mechanics and escalating difficulty keep it engaging for fans of classic arcade-style challenges. Available on multiple 8-bit and 16-bit systems, it showcases the action game potential of early home computers, with DOS and Amiga versions offering sharper visuals than the ZX Spectrum or C64 ports.