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1942: Joint Strike
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Based on 20 critic reviews
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Game Info
Publisher: Capcom
Developer: Backbone Entertainment
Genre(s): Shooter
Players: 2
ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older)
Release Date: July 24, 2008
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]
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What The Critics Said
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...
Gamers' Temple
1942: Joint Strike is a great pickup for any fan of the 1940 series or any fan of shooters in general.
Read Full Review >1UP
Joint Strike is a great way to kill a short period of time...just like an arcade game should be.
Read Full Review >games(TM)
A game that's just as enjoyable as any other in the series but with a wow factor that far exceeds the vast majority of them. [July 2008, p.123]
ZTGameDomain
The game's appearance combined with solid controls and generally tight feeling of the game make it more than an old remake, and evidence the success of a less direct tribute.
Read Full Review >TotalPlayStation
Suffice it to say, 1942: Joint Strike is a fun diversion for those who aren't accustomed to the ins and outs of vertical shoot-em-ups and a great throwback for those who are. What it lacks in techno music, vector graphics, or shtick, it more than makes up for with a solid experience that can be enjoyed singly or cooperatively.
Read Full Review >Gaming Nexus
Full of retro goodness, Joint Strike is a flashback to the sore thumb days of old.
Read Full Review >Play UK
Undeniably accessible. [Issue#170, p.90]
GamingTrend
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.
Read Full Review >Gamer 2.0
If it weren't for the highly enjoyable multiplayer, we would have to rate this with a "Skip It." But it really isn't all that bad. Check out the demo of the game beforehand.
Read Full Review >Cheat Code Central
The core gameplay - established by the first game - is still here and shines. Joint Strike's short length is bolstered by its difficulty, but it's hard to see gamers coming back for repeated solo player; co-op is the most impressive feature of this update.
Read Full Review >IGN
1942: Joint Strike is the kind of game that will have you very excited for about an hour. It looks great, it's accessible, and it's fun. But come back on day two or day three and you'll probably be eyeing other games on your hard drive to play.
Read Full Review >GameDaily
Sure, it's not the deepest of shooters, but for $10, you could do a lot worse than 1942.
Read Full Review >Playstation Universe
If you’re one of those gamers who has a blast playing co-op, then Joint Strike is probably for you. If you're hoping to head through Joint Strike solo, however, you'll undoubtedly be disappointed.
Read Full Review >Giant Bomb
A good, solid scrolling shooter. It's tough, but not so tough that it will only appeal to genre crazies who can only feel emotion when it's filtered through a bullet hell pattern.
Read Full Review >Playstation Official Magazine UK
Satisfying. [Aug 2008, p.104]
GamePro
Shoot'em up purists won't be deterred by these issues as "Joint Strike" does have something to offer, especially when playing with a partner. But for most gamers, who after buying the game have already put their 40 quarters on the arcade cabinet glass, some continues should have been included.
Read Full Review >Gaming Age
As a title that doesn't stand out in any particular category other than nostalgia, 1942 still holds up well as the shooter it is.
Read Full Review >PSM3 Magazine UK
It's nothing you haven't seen before, though, and, placed next to the stylish brilliance of "Everyday Shooter," this ultimately lacks the character or variety to make its challenge worth enduring. [Aug 2008, p.81]
Boomtown
It is this shortness of experience and relatively shallow gameplay that makes it difficult to see why it is worth the £6.99 asking price, comparing it to many of the other titles available on the PlayStation Network.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 5.4 (out of 10) based on 5 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Todd K gave it an8:
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.
William K. gave it an8:
This game does a good job of staying true to the original material while adding 3D an other features like co-op and new weapons to bring it up to date with the times.
