OVERVIEW:
Journey into the fantastical realm of NUKE ‘EM RICO—a legendary 80s video game franchise hailing from the intriguing universe 8870.
In the alternate reality of universe eighty-eight seventy, where SEGA emerged victorious in the gaming wars. This triumph led to the acquisition of its rival, Nintendo, eventually assimilating it into the mighty SEGA empire and rebranding Nintendo as one of its subsidiaries. This monumental shift owes its gratitude to the release of Sonic The Hedgehog on October 25, 1991, and the enduring success of the classic juggernaut, NUKE ‘EM RICO.
Haruto Kagawa, the visionary Games Programmer, drew inspiration from gaming classics like the 1st-person shooter Operation Wolf and the iconic 1984 2D scroller Impossible Mission, laying the groundwork for a groundbreaking creation. However, it was the cinematic brilliance of Arnold Schwarzenegger in Commando, Raw Deal, Predator, and The Running Man that left an indelible mark on the game’s essence.
These influential movies shaped the narrative and design, infusing the game with the pulse-pounding energy and relentless action characteristic of Schwarzenegger’s films. The profound impact of these cinematic influences paved the way for a remarkable development—Arnold Schwarzenegger took center stage in the 1994 blockbuster movie adaptation of the Game series.
The universe was in turmoil. Totalitarian regimes ruled with an iron fist, crushing any signs of dissent with brutal force.
In the midst of this darkness, a ray of hope emerged: The Gold Cobras, a special operations team led by the legendary Matrix Rico. These men were the best of the best, a group of elite soldiers who had been handpicked for their skills and their unwavering commitment to the cause of freedom.
For years, The Gold Cobras had fought tirelessly against the forces of oppression, taking down some of the most brutal regimes in the galaxy. Their exploits had made them heroes in the eyes of many, but they had also made enemies.
As the years went by, members of The Gold Cobras began to retire and settle into civilian life. They thought they had left their dangerous pasts behind, but they were wrong. One by one, former members of the team began turning up dead.
The success of the film became a launching pad for a sprawling franchise, birthing five sequels that continued the epic saga. Beyond the big screen, the Game series transcended into diverse media, with four seasons of a Saturday morning cartoon series capturing the imaginations of viewers. Marvel Comics brought the thrilling adventures to the pages with an ongoing comic book series, adding another layer to the franchise’s expansive universe.
Not stopping there, the Game series ventured into the world of live action on the small screen, starring the formidable Luke Booker in a straight-to-TV series. This multifaceted success story solidified the Game series as a cultural phenomenon, blending the realms of gaming, cinema, comics, and television into an immersive experience that resonated with audiences worldwide.
NUKE ‘EM RICO: EPISODE ONE – CHAPTER ONE.
NUKE ‘EM RICO: EPISODE TWO – CHAPTER TWO.
NUKE ‘EM RICO: EPISODE TWO – CHAPTER THREE.
