HEAVY NOVA

Released for the Sharp X68000 in 1992 by Brother Industries under the Takeru label, *Heavy Nova* is a unique hybrid action game developed by Micronet. The game presents a futuristic narrative set in 2120, where players pilot heavy mechs known as "Heavy DOLLs" to compete for the prestigious title of "Heavy Nova" following a global conflict with the alien Akirovian forces. Blending 2D side-scrolling platforming sequences with one-on-one tactical mech combat, the game challenges players to master specific movement and stamina management systems. It remains a distinct artifact of the early 90s, notable for its ambitious genre-crossing design and dedicated mecha-themed atmosphere.

In a future where Earth’s natural resources have been exhausted, humanity recovers and thrives thanks to technological assistance from an alien race known as the Akirovians. However, this alliance eventually collapses into war, and following the conflict, giant humanoid robots called "Heavy DOLLs" are developed to serve as the pillars of global defense. By the year 2120, these machines stand as symbols of peacekeeping, and the player assumes the role of a pilot striving to earn the prestigious title of "Heavy Nova." To achieve this rank, you must undergo rigorous training and navigate intense combat missions that put both your operator skills and your machine to the ultimate test.