Trio the Punch: Never Forget Me

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You play as one of three fighters in this side-scrolling brawler. Each level tasks you with clearing waves of foes using basic attacks, jumps, and a single special move. The screen scrolls forward in most stages but some twist back on themselves, others let you bounce between vertical sections, and a few play in fixed frames. You can collect hearts dropped by enemies to unlock midlevel bosses, though some stages feature bosses from the start. Progress through 35 stages by either grinding for hearts or charging straight ahead. The shifting scrolling mechanics keep the pace uneven but engaging. Some levels loop like a pinball machine while others force tight fights in static rooms. With only three buttons and a simple joystick, the focus stays on brawling basics. Though buried in 1990's arcade scene, it earned a cult following for its unpredictable level design. Data East’s early beat ’em up experiment remains a niche pick for players who like their side-scrollers with a twist.