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Cyborg Hunter/Borgman (SMS, 1988)

Subgenre: Similar to Zelda and Maze of Galious, Killathon element (chief cyborgs/mini-bosses in each area)

Movement Mechanics: Flight via the jet engine gear

Other: Hub area (single entry points to levels/sub areas)

Mostly linear structure
Basic map feature (layouts+elevators and your location, always displayed in the GUI)
Radar feature (Alien inspired? shows nearby enemies only in a FP view)
Elevators (Zelda II)
A contact clues you in on what to do next after each boss and at certain points in the game
No save or password save
Two tools for traversal/exploration (jet engine for flight and light gun for temporarily lighting up dark rooms)

Playthrough - Video Review - Mini Review

Influenced by: The anime, probably Alien and Robocop, possibly Metroid, Zillion, Milon's Secret Castle or Treasure of Usas

Influenced: Possibly Alien 3 (MD)