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The Punisher: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

The Punisher (1993): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

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The Punisher (1993) is a hack and slash/beat 'em up, arcade video game developed by Capcom, available on Arcade, Genesis/MegaDrive, PS1. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 64/100 on IGDB.

What is The Punisher about?

The Punisher is a 1993 beat 'em up arcade game. It stars the Marvel Comics' anti-hero the Punisher and co-stars S.H.I.E.L.D. agent Nick Fury as the second player's character as they embark on a mission to kill the crime lord the Kingpin and bring down his organization. Whilst following the same general formula as Capcom's previous beat 'em ups, the game has a range of usable weapons and a comics-style presentation.

Key details

The Punisher was released in 1993 and supports single player, co-operative, split screen. Platforms: Arcade, Genesis/MegaDrive, PS1. Developer: Capcom.

Should you play The Punisher?

Reviews are mixed, but The Punisher retains a dedicated player base among hack and slash/beat 'em up, arcade fans.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is The Punisher?

The Punisher is a hack and slash/beat 'em up, arcade game by Capcom, released in 1993.

What platforms is The Punisher on?

The Punisher is available on Arcade, Genesis/MegaDrive, PS1.

Is The Punisher good?

The Punisher has an aggregate score of 64/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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