Ahh, I remember the days of sitting with my dad, pulling out the nintend, and playing co-op contra. Well now there is one for the PS2. This game looks great, and the controls are very simple. All you really need is the A,B, and Directional pad anyways. That is about where the similarities end.This realy is not a good game. It actually presumes to put a few 3D elements in. This is unneccesary, and increases the difficulty to insane levels. Also, it continues to use the generic aliens have come, you go destroy them. Its been a while, you'd think they could have made up a better storyline. Well I wouldn't recommend buying this, though it may be a good renter. I give Contra:Shattered Soldier a 7/10.