Granada

Released in 1990 by Wolf Team for the Sharp X68000, *Granada* is a groundbreaking omnidirectional scrolling shooter that showcases the high-performance capabilities of the platform. Players control a powerful maneuver cepter tank through vast, strategic maps, utilizing distinct weapon systems to destroy enemy targets and confront formidable bosses. Set against the backdrop of a futuristic African civil war, the game follows pilot Leon Todo as he seeks vengeance against the forces that deceived him. Renowned for its intense speed, intricate map design, and high-quality FM synthesis soundtrack, *Granada* stands as a quintessential title in the X68000’s rich library of action-oriented games.

In October 2016, the "African Civil War" over rare metal rights intensifies with the deployment of advanced Maneuver Cepters (MC). As the conflict rages, a mysterious and unidentified heavy combat unit known as "Granada" appears, systematically destroying weapons from both factions. Pilot Leon Todo, who discovered a deep-seated conspiracy following an initial assignment in Japan, activates the Granada unit to seek retribution. With his mission clear, he deploys into the war-torn lands of Africa to confront the chaos on the battlefield.