Wolf Fang: Kuhga 2001

About

Wolf Fang: Kuhga 2001 is a 1991 arcade shooter where players pilot towering mechs in fast-paced combat. Choose single-player or team up with a friend in split-screen co-op to take down Ragnarok’s forces across 12 stages. The action blends vertical and horizontal scrolling, with waves of enemies and destructible environments keeping the pace tight. Missions unfold across war-torn Australia and New Zealand as you clash with rogue mechs and armored units. The original Japanese version includes story breaks and stage selection that lead to four distinct endings, while international releases skip these features but retain the full 12-stage loop. Developed by Data East during the golden age of arcade shooters, it stands out for its smooth controls and competitive co-op mode. Though overshadowed by later titles, it remains a niche favorite among retro shooter fans for its straightforward action and dual-player chaos.

Storyline

Two years have passed since the military occupation of New York City in 1999 and since then Ragnarok (aka: DAGGER) - the organization responsible for the events - have disappeared following their air borne destruction. During that time, mech technology has been the boom of future military projects worldwide with the biggest factories residing in Oceania. These mechs become the main target of Ragnarok when it resurfaces and claims the military factories and cities of Australia and New Zealand. Their plan is to apparently use any and all of the deadliest mechs that have not yet reached completion to their chaotic liking. The USAF and RAAF organize a strike force to reclaim major attacked points in the two countries with the assistance of the best mech operators they can find. Players then assume the role of mech-fighters who aim to liberate Australia or, depending on the player's actions, New Zealand.