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1942: Joint Strike PlayStation 3
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69 out of 100

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5.3 out of 10

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  • Summary: [Playstation Network] 1942: Joint Strike takes inspiration and influence from the 194X series of World War II-themed vertical shooters. The art, sound, and gameplay of the new game takes cues from the original 194X games, but stands out as its own unique entry. Gameplay resembles the classic 2D style that gamers expect, but the game utilizes a full 3D engine. Set in a World War II-themed locale, stages, vehicles, and weapons have the look and feel of WWII with some stylistic differences. The world in which 1942 takes place is not our own and the events that transpire are not historically accurate, nor are they intended to be. This is an alternate world where history and technology developed along their own paths. As a result, players jump into the cockpits of WWII-era aircraft to take on huge waves of incoming enemy fire, dodging explosions and missiles while challenging huge bosses at the end of each stage. New co-op "Joint Strike attacks" combine the powers of two aircrafts into a devastating barrage. [Capcom]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. Gamers' Temple
    87
    1942: Joint Strike is a great pickup for any fan of the 1940 series or any fan of shooters in general.
  2. Play UK
    74
    Undeniably accessible. [Issue#170, p.90]
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  3. GamingTrend
    73
    1942: Joint Strike is a solid, but short update to the 1942 series. The inclusion of online co-operative play is a nice addition that works well.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Phantasystar77
    9
    This game is a must for all fans of classic top-down shooters, and fans of the series. If you like shooters, then you'd be a fool not to grab this one up at the $10 asking price.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  2. ToddK
    8
    If you were a fan of the 80s original arcade game, you will love this new upgrade. It is super fun in short bursts trying to get new high scores. And for only $10 bucks you can't go wrong.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. MarkBennett
    6
    Looks ok, plays ok but its too short for the price tag. Can't understand that for such a short game it does not loop back to the start but at a harder level. Basically the game ends when you get through the last level which only takes about 25-30 mins.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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