RoboCop
RoboCop is an action-packed MS-DOS game released by Data East in 1988, based on the iconic sci-fi film. Players take control of RoboCop, the heavily armored cybernetic police officer, and fight their way through the crime-ridden streets of Detroit.The gameplay combines side-scrolling shooting with arcade-style action, as RoboCop faces waves of armed criminals and other dangerous enemies. Armed with his powerful Auto-9 pistol, he must eliminate threats, survive hostile environments, and restore order to the city.
With its straightforward controls, challenging combat, and unmistakable late-1980s atmosphere, RoboCop offers a nostalgic glimpse into the early era of movie-based computer games. The MS-DOS version may be simple by modern standards, but it remains an interesting piece of retro gaming history for fans of classic action titles and the RoboCop franchise.
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Tip: Press Alt + Enter to toggle fullscreen mode
Quick tips — new to MS-DOS games?
- Click inside the game to give it keyboard/mouse focus.
- Ctrl + F10 — release or re-capture the mouse cursor.
- Saving varies by game — look for Save in the in-game menu (Esc or F1), or try F5 / F7.
- Some games use passwords instead of saves — note it down!
- Controls are often shown on the game's intro or title screen — don't skip them.
- 🖥️ CRT filter is on by default for that authentic monitor look. Toggle it with Alt+F7 or the CRT: ON/OFF button in the bottom-right corner of the game. Your preference is remembered.
Playing on a phone or tablet?
MS-DOS games were built for a physical keyboard. Use the
keyboard button in the game's bottom bar to bring up
the on-screen keys, or connect a Bluetooth keyboard — some games are
hard to control by touch alone.
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