Blood Money

Game review

Blood Money is a distinctive side-scrolling shooter game that combines elements of science fiction and action. The game's narrative is set in a distant, hostile universe where the player takes on the role of a mercenary. In this universe, large alien creatures have overrun various planets, and the player's mission is to eliminate these threats for profit.

The game's title, "Blood Money," refers to the central concept of earning money by defeating enemies. This money can then be used to purchase upgrades and weapons. The plot revolves around navigating through four different planets, each with its own unique environment and set of alien creatures. These planets vary in difficulty, and the player can choose the order in which to tackle them, which adds a strategic layer to the gameplay.

As the player progresses through each level, they encounter a variety of enemies, each requiring different tactics to defeat. The end of each level is marked by a boss fight, where players face off against particularly large and challenging foes. These boss battles are not only tests of skill but also of the strategy, as players must effectively use their accumulated upgrades and weapons.

The narrative of Blood Money is minimalistic, typical of many games of the era, but it sets a backdrop that fuels the gameplay. The focus is on the action and the challenge of navigating through hostile alien environments. The game's atmosphere is further enhanced by its graphics and sound. The graphics, advanced for its time, create a vivid and immersive sci-fi world, while the soundtrack adds to the game's tense and engaging environment.