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ActionShoot 'Em UpUnknown
5/5
NES
1984-12-31

1942 is a vertically scrolling shooter for one or two players. The year is 1942, and you are a daring fighter pilot "Super Ace". You begin and end each of the numerous levels on an aircraft carrier and then fly your plane into battle against the enemy over both sea and land. After destroying certain plane formations you can collect several different power ups to increase your fire power and chances of survival. You can also make your plane roll to avoid enemy attacks 3 times per life. There are 24 levels, the first being Midway and the last The Final Area.

Available Versions

  • 1942 (Japan, USA) (1984)(NES)

  • 1942 (USA) (1998)(Game Body Color(GBC))

  • 1942 (1985)(MSX)

  • 1942 (C64 Music) (1983)(Arcade)

  • 1942 (Revision A, bootleg) [Bootleg] (1983)(Arcade)

  • 1942 (Revision A) (1983)(Arcade)

  • 1942 (Williams Electronics license) (1983)(Arcade)

  • 1942 (First Version) (1983)(Arcade)

  • 1942 (Revision B) (1983)(Arcade)

About 1942

1942 was first released in 1984 by Capcom Co., Ltd. for the NES system. Developed by Capcom Co., Ltd., this game quickly became a fan favorite for its Action and Shoot 'Em Up and Unknown elements.

Game Features

  • Authentic NES experience directly in your browser
  • Save and load your game progress at any time
  • Full screen gameplay option for immersive experience
  • Customizable keyboard controls
  • Action and Shoot 'Em Up and Unknown gameplay that defined a generation

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How to Play 1942 in Your Browser

1. Click Play

Simply click the "Play Now" button at the top of this page to start the game immediately.

2. Use Controls

Use your keyboard to control the game. Check the keyboard configuration section below for details.

3. Save Progress

Use the save feature to preserve your progress at any point in the game.

Pro Tip

For the best experience playing 1942, use a desktop or laptop computer with a keyboard. Full-screen mode provides the most immersive gameplay.

Emulator Keyboard Configuration

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