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Growl hits different when it boots instantly in your browser. Released in 1991 on the Arcade, this retro classic from Taito is ready the second you press start — no downloads, no setup.
A home version was released for the Sega Genesis in November 1991. A censored version was also included in the arcade game compilation Taito Legends 2 for the PlayStation 2, Xbox, and Microsoft Windows.
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| Action | Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|---|
| D-Pad Up | ↑ | D-Pad up |
| D-Pad Down | ↓ | D-Pad down |
| D-Pad Left | ← | D-Pad left |
| D-Pad Right | → | D-Pad right |
| B (bottom) | X | Bottom face |
| A (right) | Z | Right face |
| Y (left) | S | Left face |
| X (top) | A | Top face |
| L | Q | Left shoulder |
| R | E | Right shoulder |
| Start | Enter | Start |
| Insert Coin | V | Select |
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| Action | Keyboard | Arcade input |
|---|---|---|
| Move | · · · · | Joystick (8-way) |
| Button 1 | · | Button 1 |
| Button 2 | · | Button 2 |
| Button 3 | · | Button 3 |
| Start | · | Start |
| Insert Coin | · | Select |
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The Story Behind Growl
There are a total of eight weapons which can be obtained: three melee weapons (a pipe, a sword and a whip), two throwing weapons (knives and hand grenades), and three firearms (a revolver, an M-16 assault rifle, and a four-barreled FLASH-style rocket launcher). Also, the M-16 has been replaced with an AK-47. The player can procure weapons by destroying barrels and wooden crates or disarming certain enemies.
By pressing both buttons while surrounded by enemies, the player can perform a special attack that strikes every nearby enemy. The player's special attacks can now be performed at any time, but now they drain a bit of the player's health. The Genesis port of Growl can only be played by a single player, although all four characters are present and are given individual names (Gen, Burn, Khan, and Jack).
How Growl Plays
A home version was released for the Sega Genesis (Mega Drive) in November 1991. There are also animal helpers that will help out the player after they are rescued from a poacher, such as an eagle, a herd of deer, and an elephant. The player can procure weapons by destroying barrels and wooden crates or disarming certain enemies.
The revolver, on the other hand, is thrown by the player after all of its bullets are used. The Genesis port of Growl can only be played by a single player, although all four characters are present and are given individual names (Gen, Burn, Khan, and Jack). Hamster Corporation released the game as part of their Arcade Archives series for the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 in July 2023. ==Gameplay== The player begins the game by choosing from one of four different forest rangers, each with a different amount of health, attack strength, and jumping height.
Why Players Still Load It Up
The locations include a city, a moving train, a boat, a jungle, a cavern, and the hideout of the poachers. The player's special attacks can now be performed at any time, but now they drain a bit of the player's health. By pressing both buttons while holding the joystick upwards, the player will perform a longer jump.
There are six types of enemy characters throughout the game, excluding the final boss (who has two forms). There are a total of eight weapons which can be obtained: three melee weapons (a pipe, a sword and a whip), two throwing weapons (knives and hand grenades), and three firearms (a revolver, an M-16 assault rifle, and a four-barreled FLASH-style rocket launcher). The barrels and crates can be picked up and thrown at enemies as well.
Growl — Frequently Asked Questions
Can I save my progress in Growl?
Yes. Create a free account and the player unlocks save states — snapshot your progress at any moment and resume later on any device.
How many players does Growl support?
This browser version of Growl handles 1 player(s).
Can I play Growl online for free?
Yes — Growl runs directly in your browser on this page. There is nothing to download or install; the game boots in the player above.
Do I need a controller to play Growl?
A gamepad is optional. The keyboard mapping shown on this page works immediately, and plugging in a USB or Bluetooth controller switches the player over on its own.