FRONT LINE

Released in 1983 by Nidecom, this title is a landmark port of Taito's arcade action game for the PC-8801. The thrilling gameplay loop—infiltrating enemy lines as a lone soldier, hijacking tanks and armored vehicles, and pushing toward the command post—captivated PC gamers of the era. While hardware limitations meant the signature dial-switch controls of the arcade original could not be replicated, Carry Lab’s ambitious port left a significant footprint on the early 8-bit computer gaming market. It remains a precious example of the intense gaming experiences enjoyed by early PC enthusiasts.

This is an action-shooting game where a soldier in a blue uniform takes on the enemy's forces single-handedly. Players advance as an infantryman, capturing abandoned armored vehicles and tanks along the way to reach and destroy the enemy headquarters at the final point. Your mission is to survive the dangerous, bullet-ridden battlefield by masterfully utilizing your pistol, grenades, and heavy weaponry.