Software:1942: Joint Strike

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Short description: 2008 video game

1942: Joint Strike
Xbox Live Arcade box art
Developer(s)Backbone Entertainment
Publisher(s)Capcom
Composer(s)Norihiko Hibino[1]
Series194X
Platform(s)Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
ReleaseXbox 360
  • WW: July 23, 2008
PlayStation 3
  • NA: July 24, 2008
  • PAL: September 11, 2008
Genre(s)Vertically scrolling shooter
Mode(s)Single-player, multiplayer

1942: Joint Strike is a 2008 vertically scrolling shooter video game developed by Backbone Entertainment and published by Capcom for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. It was released on Xbox Live Arcade and PlayStation Network. It is a remake of Capcom's 1984 video game 1942. 1942: Joint Strike is included in Capcom Digital Collection.

Gameplay

The game is an amalgamation of various elements of the 19XX series.[2] It includes health meter and bomb system from 1943: The Battle of Midway; charge-fire, land-based battle sections and rank increases from 1941: Counter Attack; and fighter lineup, bomb-based end-level bonus and level rank system from 19XX: The War Against Destiny.

Reception

Reception
Review scores
PublicationScore
PS3Xbox 360
1Up.comB+[5]B+[5]
Edge4/10[6]4/10[6]
EurogamerN/A7/10[7]
GameProStarStarStar[9]StarStarStar[9]
GameRevolutionN/AB−[10]
GameSpot6.5/10[12]6.5/10[12]
Giant BombStarStarStar[11]StarStarStar[11]
IGN7/10[13]7/10[14]
OPM (UK)6/10[15]N/A
OXM (US)N/A6/10[16]
411ManiaN/A7.5/10[17]
Wired6/10[18]6/10[18]
Aggregate score
Metacritic69/100[3]68/100[4]

The game received "average" reviews on both platforms according to the review aggregation website Metacritic.[3][4] IGN commented on the short length of the game, "spotty" online play and poor value for money, but praised the graphical overhaul.[13][14] Anthony Gallegos of 1Up.com stated that while the game was short, this added to its 'arcade' appeal.[5]

Since its release, the Xbox 360 version sold 111,195 units worldwide by January 2011.[19] Sales moved up to 119,376 units by the end of 2011.[20]

References

  1. ↑ Krati Dubrey (2008). "1942: Joint Strike Arcade Shooter for Xbox 360, PS3 announced by Capcom". Archived from the original on July 16, 2011. https://web.archive.org/web/20110716235020/https://www.techshout.com/gaming/2008/14/1942-joint-strike-arcade-shooter-for-xbox-360-ps3-announced-by-capcom/. Retrieved June 8, 2023. 
  2. ↑ Hilary Goldstein (March 12, 2008). "1942 Flies Again". Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on July 27, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190727231400/https://www.ign.com/articles/2008/03/12/1942-flies-again. Retrieved June 8, 2023. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "1942: Joint Strike critic reviews (PS3)". Fandom. Archived from the original on January 22, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190122040655/https://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/1942-joint-strike. Retrieved October 12, 2023. 
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 "1942: Joint Strike critic reviews (X360)". Fandom. Archived from the original on January 4, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190104211637/https://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/1942-joint-strike. Retrieved October 12, 2023. 
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Anthony Gallegos (July 24, 2008). "1942: Joint Strike Review". Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on July 23, 2012. https://archive.today/20120723032642/http://www.1up.com/do/reviewPage?cId=3168983&p=37&sec=REVIEWS. Retrieved April 30, 2009. 
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 Edge staff (July 2008). "1942: Joint Strike review (X360)". Edge (Future plc) (190): 99. 
  7. ↑ Dan Whitehead (July 25, 2008). "1942: Joint Strike (Xbox 360)". Gamer Network. Archived from the original on May 11, 2017. https://web.archive.org/web/20170511152239/https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/1942-joint-strike-review. Retrieved October 12, 2023. 
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 Chris Buffa (July 28, 2008). "1942: Joint Strike Review". AOL. Archived from the original on July 31, 2008. https://web.archive.org/web/20080731235943/http://www.gamedaily.com/games/1942-joint-strike/playstation-3/game-reviews/review/7243/2085/. Retrieved October 12, 2023. 
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 Terry Terrones (July 25, 2008). "Review - 1942: Joint Strike". GamePro Arcade (IDG Entertainment). Archived from the original on September 5, 2008. https://web.archive.org/web/20080905122437/http://www.gameproarcade.com/article/98393/review-1942-joint-strike/. Retrieved July 28, 2019. 
  10. ↑ Sam Beattie (September 5, 2008). "1942: Joint Strike Review (X360)". CraveOnline. Archived from the original on September 10, 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20150910000518/http://www.gamerevolution.com/review/1942-joint-strike. Retrieved July 28, 2019. 
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 Jeff Gerstmann (August 20, 2008). "1942: Joint Strike Review". Fandom. Archived from the original on July 28, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190728031633/https://www.giantbomb.com/reviews/1942-joint-strike-review/1900-47/. Retrieved June 8, 2023. 
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 Austin Light (July 28, 2008). "1942: Joint Strike Review (X360) [date mislabeled as "July 30, 2008""]. Fandom. Archived from the original on September 15, 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20160915122644/https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/1942-joint-strike-review/1900-6195100. Retrieved October 12, 2023. 
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 Hilary Goldstein (July 29, 2008). "1942: Joint Strike Review (PS3)". Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on April 19, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230419191004/https://www.ign.com/articles/2008/07/29/1942-joint-strike-review. Retrieved October 12, 2023. 
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 Hilary Goldstein (July 23, 2008). "1942: Joint Strike Review (X360)". Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on April 19, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230419191000/https://www.ign.com/articles/2008/07/23/1942-joint-strike-review-2. Retrieved October 12, 2021. 
  15. ↑ "1942: Joint Strike". PlayStation Official Magazine – UK (Future plc): 104. August 2008. 
  16. ↑ Ryan McCaffrey (September 2008). "1942: Joint Strike". Official Xbox Magazine (Future US). Archived from the original on July 25, 2008. https://web.archive.org/web/20080725092544/http://www.oxmonline.com/article/reviews/xbox-live-arcade/a-f/1942-joint-strike. Retrieved July 28, 2019. 
  17. ↑ Dan Hirsch (August 5, 2008). "1942: Joint Strike (Xbox Live Arcade) Review". Archived from the original on September 14, 2008. https://web.archive.org/web/20080914042616/http://www.411mania.com/games/downloadable_content/81953/1942:-Joint-Strike-(Xbox-Live-Arcade)-Review.htm. Retrieved July 28, 2019. 
  18. ↑ 18.0 18.1 Jean Snow (August 5, 2008). "Review: 1942: Joint Strike Shoots It Up Good". Wired (Condé Nast). Archived from the original on December 21, 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20161221042903/https://www.wired.com/2008/08/review-1942-joi/. Retrieved October 12, 2023. 
  19. ↑ Ryan Langley (January 28, 2011). "In-Depth: Xbox Live Arcade's 2010 Sales Revealed". Informa. Archived from the original on June 9, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230609081027/https://www.gamedeveloper.com/console/in-depth-xbox-live-arcade-s-2010-sales-revealed. Retrieved October 12, 2023. 
  20. ↑ Ryan Langley (January 20, 2012). "Xbox Live Arcade by the numbers - the 2011 year in review". Informa. Archived from the original on March 25, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190325034553/https://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/39713/Xbox_Live_Arcde_by_the_numbers__the_2011_year_in_review.php. Retrieved October 12, 2023. 
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Features

Edits and submissions to the site (including screenshots, box art, developer information, game summaries, and more) go through a verification process of fact-checking by volunteer "approvers".[2] This lengthy approval process after submission can range from minutes to days or months.[3] The most commonly used sources are the video game's website, packaging, and credit screens. There is a published standard for game information and copy-editing.[4] A ranking system allows users to earn points for contributing accurate information.[5]

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History

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MobyGames was founded on March 1, 1999, by Jim Leonard and Brian Hirt, and joined by David Berk 18 months later, the three of which had been friends since high school.[6][7] Leonard had the idea of sharing information about computer games with a larger audience. The database began with information about games for IBM PC compatibles, relying on the founders' personal collections. Eventually, the site was opened up to allow general users to contribute information.[5] In a 2003 interview, Berk emphasized MobyGames' dedication to taking video games more seriously than broader society and to preserving games for their important cultural influence.[5]

In mid-2010, MobyGames was purchased by GameFly for an undisclosed amount.[8] This was announced to the community post factum , and the site's interface was given an unpopular redesign.[7] A few major contributors left, refusing to do volunteer work for a commercial website.{{Citation needed|date=June 2025} On December 18, 2013, MobyGames was acquired by Jeremiah Freyholtz, owner of Blue Flame Labs (a San Francisco-based game and web development company) and VGBoxArt (a site for fan-made video game box art).[9] Blue Flame Labs reverted MobyGames' interface to its pre-overhaul look and feel,[10] and for the next eight years, the site was run by Freyholtz and Independent Games Festival organizer Simon Carless.[7]

On November 24, 2021, Atari SA announced a potential deal with Blue Flame Labs to purchase MobyGames for $1.5 million.[11] The purchase was completed on 8 March 2022, with Freyholtz remaining as general manager.[12][13][14] Over the next year, the financial boost given by Atari led to a rework of the site being built from scratch with a new backend codebase, as well as updates improving the mobile and desktop user interface.[1] This was accomplished by investing in full-time development of the site instead of its previously part-time development.[15]

In 2024, MobyGames began offering a paid "Pro" membership option for the site to generate additional revenue.[16] Previously, the site had generated income exclusively through banner ads and (from March 2014 onward) a small number of patrons via the Patreon website.[17]

See also

  • IGDB – game database used by Twitch for its search and discovery functions

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Sheehan, Gavin (2023-02-22). "Atari Relaunches The Fully Rebuilt & Optimized MobyGames Website". https://bleedingcool.com/games/atari-relaunches-the-fully-rebuilt-optimized-mobygames-website/. 
  2. ↑ Litchfield, Ted (2021-11-26). "Zombie company Atari to devour MobyGames". https://www.pcgamer.com/zombie-company-atari-to-devour-mobygames/. 
  3. ↑ "MobyGames FAQ: Emails Answered § When will my submission be approved?". Blue Flame Labs. 30 March 2014. http://www.mobygames.com/info/faq7#g1. 
  4. ↑ "The MobyGames Standards and Practices". Blue Flame Labs. 6 January 2016. http://www.mobygames.com/info/standards. 
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Miller, Stanley A. (2003-04-22). "People's choice awards honor favorite Web sites". Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 
  6. ↑ "20 Years of MobyGames" (in en). 2019-02-28. https://trixter.oldskool.org/2019/02/28/20-years-of-mobygames/. 
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 Plunkett, Luke (2022-03-10). "Atari Buys MobyGames For $1.5 Million". https://kotaku.com/mobygames-retro-credits-database-imdb-atari-freyholtz-b-1848638521. 
  8. ↑ "Report: MobyGames Acquired By GameFly Media". Gamasutra. 2011-02-07. https://www.gamedeveloper.com/game-platforms/report-mobygames-acquired-by-gamefly-media. 
  9. ↑ Corriea, Alexa Ray (December 31, 2013). "MobyGames purchased from GameFly, improvements planned". http://www.polygon.com/2013/12/31/5261414/mobygames-purchased-from-gamefly-improvements-planned. 
  10. ↑ Wawro, Alex (31 December 2013). "Game dev database MobyGames getting some TLC under new owner". Gamasutra. https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/game-dev-database-mobygames-getting-some-tlc-under-new-owner. 
  11. ↑ "Atari invests in Anstream, may buy MobyGames". November 24, 2021. https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2021-11-24-atari-invests-in-anstream-may-buy-mobygames. 
  12. ↑ Rousseau, Jeffrey (2022-03-09). "Atari purchases Moby Games". https://www.gamesindustry.biz/atari-purchases-moby-games. 
  13. ↑ "Atari Completes MobyGames Acquisition, Details Plans for the Site's Continued Support". March 8, 2022. https://www.atari.com/atari-completes-mobygames-acquisition-details-plans-for-the-sites-continued-support/. 
  14. ↑ "Atari has acquired game database MobyGames for $1.5 million" (in en-GB). 2022-03-09. https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/atari-has-acquired-game-database-mobygames-for-1-5-million/. 
  15. ↑ Stanton, Rich (2022-03-10). "Atari buys videogame database MobyGames for $1.5 million". https://www.pcgamer.com/atari-buys-videogame-database-mobygames-for-dollar15-million/. 
  16. ↑ Harris, John (2024-03-09). "MobyGames Offering “Pro” Membership". https://setsideb.com/mobygames-offering-pro-membership/. 
  17. ↑ "MobyGames on Patreon". http://www.patreon.com/mobygames. 
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