Stinger (1986) · Curator Co.

Stinger is a shoot-em-up developed by Konami. It is the North American version of the sequel to Twinbee.

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If you loved this game, the film, the series, the book, the album.

Plot-driven, classical in form, earnest and cool.

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Platforms: Family Computer Disk System, Wii, Family Computer, Wii U, Nintendo Entertainment System
Developer: Konami
Publisher: Konami
Released: November 21, 1986
Modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric, Side view

IGDB rating 6.4/10 from 7 ratings.

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