''CT Special Forces'' is a run and gun

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developed by (Light and Shadow Productions) and published by . The game spawned three sequels: '' Back to Hell'', ''

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'', and '' Fire for Effect''.

Reception

''CT Special Forces'' received mostly above average reviews; the game received a 71% and 72% from

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respectively.CT Special Forces Reviews

. Retrieved on December 8, 2008. Most critics noted its similar appearance to the ''

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'' games. ''GameZone'' praised the game, noting that small gameplay details made the game a true "a must have".Wrentmore, John (January 11, 2001)
CT Special Forces Review - Game Boy Advance
. ''GameZone''. Retrieved on December 8, 2008.

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wrote that the game was fun while it lasted, but like most shoot-em-ups, " he gameis over too quickly."

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noted the long release gap between the European and North American version, the latter of which was delayed for over a year, and called the game's presentation "dated".

References

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