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Willow
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Willow is a side-scrolling action game developed by Capcom and released in 1989. Based on the fantasy film of the same name, the game follows the protagonist Willow as he battles through hordes of enemies across multiple stages. Players control Willow using sword combat and magic spells to defeat adversaries and bosses. The game features arcade-style gameplay with two-player cooperative support, allowing friends to play simultaneously. With colorful sprite graphics typical of arcade hardware from that era, Willow combines melee combat with spell-casting mechanics. Players navigate through themed levels while collecting power-ups and managing their magic supply. The arcade version emphasized fast-paced action and straightforward gameplay that fit the cabinet experience.
- Developer
- Capcom
- Released
- 1989
- Platform
- Arcade
- Genre
- Action
- Players
- 2P
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 (11.2K)
- Last updated
Willow Controls — Arcade Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Willow 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.
Willow Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Willow 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
"Willow" Arcade longplay 1989
External references
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Willow released?
Willow was released in 1989 for the Arcade.
Who developed Willow?
Willow was developed by Capcom, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Willow support?
Willow supports up to 2 players, ideal for couch co-op or competitive sessions on the Arcade.
What type of game is Willow?
Willow is a Action game for the Arcade, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Willow for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Willow runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Willow in the browser?
No. Willow streams from a public archive into a browser-side Arcade emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Willow?
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 Willow 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 Willow this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Willow. 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.
