Screenshots1 / 2
1941
1941 反击战
1941: Counter Attack is a vertical scrolling shoot-em-up developed by Capcom and released in 1990. Players control fighter planes during World War II, navigating through intense bullet-filled stages. The game features fast-paced arcade action with multiple weapon types and power-up collectibles that enhance firepower. Players can maneuver their aircraft across the screen using directional controls while firing continuously at enemy formations. The action escalates across numerous stages, each introducing new enemy patterns and boss encounters. The two-player simultaneous mode allows cooperative gameplay, intensifying the chaos and challenge. Enemy fire creates dense bullet patterns that demand precision dodging. The game emphasizes reflexes and spatial awareness, with scoring mechanics rewarding aggressive play and strategic positioning.
- Developer
- Capcom
- Released
- 1990
- Platform
- Arcade
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 2P
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 (3.4K)
- Last updated
1941 Controls — Arcade Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for 1941 on our in-browser Arcade emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | Joystick Up | Move up |
| ↓ | Joystick Down | Move down |
| ← | Joystick Left | Move left |
| → | Joystick Right | Move right |
| X | Button 1 | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | Button 2 | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| S | Button 3 | Tertiary action |
| A | Button 4 | Quaternary action |
| Q | Button 5 | Fifth button |
| W | Button 6 | Sixth button |
| 5 | Insert Coin | Insert coin |
| 1 | 1P Start | Start / Pause |
Coin and Start are convention "Insert Coin: 5" and "1P Start: 1". Some arcade boards expect specific button mappings — check the in-game prompts on coin-up.
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
1941 Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of 1941 on Arcade before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"1941" Arcade longplay 1990
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was 1941 released?
1941 was released in 1990 for the Arcade.
Who developed 1941?
1941 was developed by Capcom, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does 1941 support?
1941 supports up to 2 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the Arcade.
What type of game is 1941?
1941 is a Action game for the Arcade, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play 1941 for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — 1941 runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play 1941 in the browser?
No. 1941 streams from a public archive into a browser-side Arcade emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in 1941?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original Arcade cartridge supported.
Does 1941 work on mobile devices?
Yes — the Arcade emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play 1941 this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of 1941. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
