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Hook
铁钩船长
Hook is a side-scrolling action game released in 1992 by Irem that brings the Peter Pan story to arcade cabinets. Up to four players can play simultaneously, controlling Peter Pan through themed levels inspired by the classic tale. The gameplay combines platforming and combat mechanics, requiring players to navigate obstacles, defeat enemies, and collect items across diverse environments. Controls are straightforward: directional movement, jumping, and attacks. Each level progresses with distinct visual themes tied to the narrative, from Neverland locations to encounters with Captain Hook and his crew. The game's arcade roots mean high difficulty and fast-paced action throughout. Irem's arcade experience shows in the polished controls and responsive gameplay, making Hook a solid co-op action title for the era.
- Developer
- Irem
- Released
- 1992
- Platform
- Arcade
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 4P
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 (4.9K)
- Last updated
Hook Controls — Arcade Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Hook 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.
Hook Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Hook 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
"Hook" Arcade longplay 1992
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hook released?
Hook was released in 1992 for the Arcade.
Who developed Hook?
Hook was developed by Irem, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Hook support?
Hook supports up to 4 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the Arcade.
What type of game is Hook?
Hook is a Action game for the Arcade, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Hook for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Hook runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Hook in the browser?
No. Hook streams from a public archive into a browser-side Arcade emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Hook?
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 Hook 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 Hook this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Hook. 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.
