1942 was originally made back in 1985, and was one of their first breakaway hits. This vertically scrolling shooter. The series has had several sequels - but all of them have been another year in the 1940's - this will be the first to reuse the 1942 name IGN have the exclusive first look at the game:
Your arsenal begins fairly weak. You'll have your choice of plane and starting weapon, but it won't be enough to handle some of the enemies that come at you as you progress through a level. As you defeat enemies, new weapon options and upgrades scroll down the screen.
Grab the weapon you prefer and put it to use. Each of the variations is effective, from the traditional three-pronged spread shot to the powerful laser. Hold the shoot button and you can charge attacks, though unless you are blasting some of the larger enemies, powering-up attacks tends to be an ineffective strategy.
Ultimately it's your skill at avoiding shots and tapping the shoot button that will determine if you'll make it to the boss at the end of the stage.
Check out the whole preview and more videos below. Apparently it should be out by the Summer.
Source: IGN: 1942: Joint Strike Preview
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