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title: "1942"
subtitle: "A faithful recreation of the classic Capcom arcade shooter."
date: 2021-03-16T00:00:00.000Z
category: game
url: https://phaser.io/news/2021/03/1942
site: Phaser - https://phaser.io
copyright: © 2026 Phaser Studio Inc. All rights reserved.
---

# 1942

*A faithful recreation of the classic Capcom arcade shooter.*

![image](1942.png)

GaryD has created another wonderful retro remake. This time it's the classic Capcom shoot-em-up, 1942. A simple, yet highly playable vertical shooter. You take to the skies in your single fighter and battle the Japanese naval air fleet.

![image](1942-2.png)

You've got unlimited ammo and three barrel rolls, which will help get you out of trouble if things start getting a bit hectic. There are 32 levels with many of the original attack patterns, including both the bomber and super-bomber. Collect the power-ups to double your firepower and bring in extra support.

Space to fire. Left shift to roll. Cursors to fly. Good luck!

[Play Game](https://garyd.tech/1942/index.html)

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