Unlike the arcade version, the NES version is single player only. The essence of the game remains the same, but the controls are slightly changed due to the absence of the third action button. Jump jump is now performed by pressing (B and A) simultaneously, while back kick is performed by holding the d-pad in the opposite direction of the player and simultaneously pressing B (the only combo is headbutt). attack removed in NES version). However, the player now has the ability to collect and use hand grenades (which were only used by enemy characters in the arcade version) during the boss encounters with the helicopter in stage 1 and with the tank in stage 4. There are also new enemy characters (such as divers, shotgun wielders, and fat strong man), as well as a new final boss.

There are also huts and rooms where the player can gain bonuses by defeating the enemies inside. The bonuses consist of full life restoration, brass knuckles, which increases the player's punching power, and armor, which makes the player invulnerable to shots and knife throws.