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Super Tank
超级坦克
Super Tank is a two-player action arcade game released in 1981 by Video Games GmbH. Players control tanks on a battlefield, maneuvering to destroy enemy tanks while avoiding incoming fire. The game supports simultaneous two-player competition, allowing players to battle against each other or cooperate against computer-controlled opponents. Each player steers their tank using joystick controls, aiming and firing at targets across the scrolling or fixed battlefield. The game features multiple stages with increasing difficulty, as enemy tanks become more aggressive over time. Obstacles and terrain elements provide cover and strategic positioning opportunities. Super Tank's straightforward combat mechanics and competitive two-player mode made it a popular cabinet in early 1980s arcades.
- Developer
- Video Games GmbH
- Released
- 1981
- Platform
- Arcade
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 2P
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 (2.7K)
- Last updated
Super Tank Controls — Arcade Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Super Tank 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.
Super Tank Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Super Tank 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
"Super Tank" Arcade longplay 1981
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Super Tank released?
Super Tank was released in 1981 for the Arcade.
Who developed Super Tank?
Super Tank was developed by Video Games GmbH, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Super Tank support?
Super Tank supports up to 2 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the Arcade.
What type of game is Super Tank?
Super Tank is a Action game for the Arcade, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Super Tank for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Super Tank runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Super Tank in the browser?
No. Super Tank streams from a public archive into a browser-side Arcade emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Super Tank?
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 Super Tank 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 Super Tank this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Super Tank. 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.
