1942: Joint Strike

 Xbox 360
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 36
  3. Negative: 3 out of 36
  1. ZTGD
    98
    If you loved the original 1942 then Joint Strike will likely conjure up memories of the golden days of shooters.
  2. WonderwallWeb
    90
    This is another must have Capcom game for your Live Arcade collection.
  3. Deeko
    90
    Drenched in 1940's art, stellar presentation and some tough boss battles; 1942 Joint Strike is one of the best shooters on XBLA.
  5. Games Master UK
    83
    A competent but uninspiring update of a classic arcade game. [July 2008, p.82]
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  6. 1UP
    83
    Joint Strike is a great way to kill a short period of time...just like an arcade game should be. It's brief (you can beat it in about 30 minutes), but that plays to its strengths, as it never feels repetitive during such a short time period.
  7. Da Gameboyz
    82
    For the fans of the beloved series I would absolutely recommend playing 1942 Joint Strike.
  8. X-ONE Magazine UK
    80
    The game employs some brilliant animaitons for dying enemy units. [Issue#33, p.116]
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  9. Totally360
    80
    This is one of those games where it can be a lot of fun to play with your friends and relive the experience that you had in arcades years ago.
  10. Gameplanet
    80
    A classic arcade game is brought to XBLA the way old titles should be. With a fresh coat of paint but still keeping the same feel and magic that made it great and popular in the first place.
  11. Gaming Target
    75
    It's short length, combined with a very forgiving Easy (AKA "Penguin") difficulty level, means that most experienced 1942 fans will blow through the whole game in an afternoon. But if you are a fan, this reimagining is very rewarding indeed.
  12. Worth Playing
    75
    If you liked the original coin-op game or are a fan of scrolling shooters, Joint Strike should definitely be in your collection.

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User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 23 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 23
  3. Negative: 5 out of 23
  1. Post_Cursed
    May 2, 2022
    7
    Historia: 8/10
    Sonido: 10/10
    Jugabilidad: 7/10
    Graficos: 10/10
    Duración: 2/10
    Total: 7.4
  2. DaredadCrust
    Sep 6, 2013
    1
    This game is supposed to be an "enhanced" remake of 1942. But there's absolutely nothing enhanced. Some levels are taken away. You can't saveThis game is supposed to be an "enhanced" remake of 1942. But there's absolutely nothing enhanced. Some levels are taken away. You can't save mid-mission, so once you play the game once, you basically are stuck playing the same short game over and over. If you want real sky shooting, try Aegis Wing. At least that's free.… Full Review »
  3. Phantasystar77
    Aug 25, 2011
    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 grabThis 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.… Full Review »
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