Gameplay
As a cinematic platformer, Flashback features gameplay similar to that of 1989's Prince of Persia. Each level spans a large number of non-scrolling screens, nearly all of which feature multiple levels of altitude — requiring Conrad to jump, grab onto ledges, climb, use elevators, and drop onto lower levels. Conrad exhibits realistic human running speed and jumping ability, as well as realistic weakness — he will die if he falls from too great a height.
As Conrad progresses through the game's seven levels, he is increasingly presented with spatial puzzles, requiring the player to discover how to guide him toward his destination. Late in the game, Conrad receives a teleportation device, and is able to progress by throwing the device into areas that he would otherwise be unable to reach.
Conrad carries a laser pistol with unlimited ammunition, a shield (which absorbs a certain number of laser shots before needing recharging), and a portable forcefield (which can act as a barrier to deflect enemies' laser shots).
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