NARC is an action arcade-style video game developed by Williams Electronics and adapted for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). Originally released in 1988, NARC sets players as members of the titular narcotics squad, and their job is to arrest and eliminate drug dealers, junkies, and organized crime bosses. The game can be played solo or cooperatively with a friend. It features a side-scrolling environment with a realistic graphic style for its time and is notable for its strong anti-drug message, despite its violent gameplay. It combines elements of shooting and beat 'em up genres, inducing a thrilling and intense gaming experience.