PSX Extreme writes: "More Capcom classics are coming back our way. We've already brought you previews of Bionic Commando Rearmed, Commando 3, Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD, and now you can add 1942: Joint Strike to that list. Capcom's 1940s franchise has always been one of the most popular top-down shooters, and it's being brought back for the HD generation.
1942: Joint Strike will stay true to its predecessors, by featuring influences from past 1940s games. Gameplay will take place on a two-dimensional plane, but the game is utilizing a fully three-dimensional graphics engine, complete with beautiful texture work, explosions, and scenery. Even though the heart of the game is from the 1980s, the look of it will be modern-day.
The historic backdrop of the game takes place during a World War II-like state. Capcom has put together locations, vehicles, and weapons that are highly reminiscent of World War II, albeit with stylistic differences, and enhancements. Even though the year is 1942, it is based on a completely fictional world and set of events."
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Capcom Europe has today announced a brand new price promotion for five of its most popular downloadable titles. European PlayStation Network members will be able to get hold of Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD, Marvel VS Capcom 2, Super Puzzle Fighter, Age of Booty and 1942 for a reduced price over a set period in the coming months.
VGC writes: "Classic top-down shooters have always been a blast to play. Having to face off against wave after wave of multiple types of enemies at once has been the pinnacle of this genre. There have been many games, like Ikaruga, that have tried to change up gameplay mechanics, but most of the time the games always fall back onto the genre's core style. This isn't a bad thing though. It allows the player to reminisce about all the games of this genre that have came before it."
