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1942 - Classic shooting games is a single player casual shooter game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

1942 Airplane games: World war games, Classic shooting games

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60%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,220 reviews

graphics45 positive mentions

monetization281 negative mentions

Brings back nostalgic memories of the original arcade game, providing a fun and engaging experience.
Good graphics and gameplay, reminiscent of classic shooters, making it enjoyable for both new and returning players.
Offers a variety of planes and upgrades, allowing for customization and strategic gameplay.

Excessive ads interrupt gameplay, often requiring players to watch long advertisements after every level or action.
Frequent bugs and glitches, including planes not appearing on screen and crashes during gameplay, leading to frustration.
Progression is heavily gated by in-app purchases, making it difficult to advance without spending money.

monetization
299 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
2%
94%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, with many expressing frustration over the overwhelming number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Players report spending more time watching ads than actually playing, with mandatory ads appearing frequently and often being unskippable. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses, the general consensus is that the ad frequency detracts from the overall gaming experience, leading to calls for a more balanced approach or a truly ad-free purchase option.
- “I'm someone that doesn't have an issue paying for games I enjoy, but when you can't get support and then all your progress related to in-app purchases is lost, I can't justify spending on a developer's products.”
- “At this time, I would not advise anyone to purchase the no ads feature, because it's a waste of money.”
- “The game is great, but I have made a few in-app purchases and haven't received them, which is very disappointing.”
- “I literally find myself spending more time waiting out ads, many of them not optional, than I do playing.”
- “The game is good, but I've set myself 2 years of daily grind, watching ads, playing missions, etc., to get enough gems to complete all planes and weapons.”
- “It's a game designed to get you to watch as many ads as possible.”
graphics
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
30%
6%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the nostalgic retro art style and sharp visuals, while others criticize the busy design and frequent glitches. Many users appreciate the graphics as a throwback to classic arcade games, though some feel they could be improved or updated. Overall, while the graphics are generally seen as good, they are marred by issues such as bugs and a lack of customization options.
- “Amazing graphics and animation and enjoyable to play.”
- “Great graphics and even smoother controls.”
- “The graphics are good because it's a 'retro game', so I gave it 5 stars.”
- “The game is very buggy, with graphics glitches and pop-ins and pop-outs.”
- “There's too much going on in the gameplay's graphics.”
- “Average graphics, jerky gameplay.”
story
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
89%
7%
The game's story aspect is perceived as lacking depth, with players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative, particularly given the mention of historical contexts like the Marshall Islands. While the missions themselves are described as enjoyable and quick to play, technical issues and bugs detract from the overall experience, leaving players frustrated with incomplete missions and a lack of progression. Overall, the story feels underdeveloped, overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and frequent interruptions from advertisements.
- “It's a great game, it's got a small story to it and it's really fun to play!”
- “Feels like old school 42 but the mission design is fresh!”
- “Campaign is ok, wish there was more of a storyline to it since it's mentioning the Marshall Islands and everything in the beginning of the game.”
- “When I complete a campaign mission, nothing happens; the plane just keeps flying over empty scenery forever!”
- “Put the time into playing a mission just to lose all rewards because I didn't get to the end.”
stability
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay and result in lost progress. Many players express frustration over the game's inability to function properly, particularly after updates, leading to a diminished overall experience. While some enjoy the game, the pervasive technical issues significantly detract from its enjoyment.
- “The game just freezes when I go to start a mission.”
- “This app freezes and closes in the middle of playing about 60% of the time.”
- “Fun game but freezes a lot of the time, ruining your progress.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
31%
8%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fast-paced, challenging, and addictive nature, with many players appreciating the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic arcade games. However, frequent complaints about excessive ads, slow progression, and technical issues like freezing and lag detract from the overall experience. While the graphics and controls receive positive feedback, the monetization strategies and ad frequency are significant drawbacks for many users.
- “I went into this desiring the original 1942 arcade game and although this isn't the original game, it feels fairly good gameplay-wise.”
- “Great retro arcade feel, fun gameplay that's truly addicting, and the game looks and sounds nice.”
- “Great addictive gameplay, good graphics and really enjoyable to play.”
- “Progress is very slow, loot box mechanics.”
- “After you defeat certain enemies, a bonus star is teleported straight to your plane during gameplay; however, in the heat of battle, you cannot distinguish those from enemy fire.”
- “Gameplay is laggy and enemies fly right through you.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its high replayability, offering enjoyable gameplay that encourages multiple playthroughs. However, some users note that progressing may require additional spending, which could impact the overall experience.
- “This game is excellent and has a great replay value.”
- “Fun game with lots of replay value, but it quickly becomes evident that you will need to spend money to progress.”
- “Much more playable than 1945.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Reviewers express disappointment with the music in the game, feeling that it does not live up to the original's quality. While some appreciate the nostalgic value of earlier tracks, they believe the new compositions fail to capture the essence of the original game's soundtrack.
- “Fun! I still like the earlier music background and mission end's theme.”
- “I love the original game; I can hear the song in my head, but I don't think the developers did it justice.”
- “Gameplay and especially the music are just plain wrong.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have expressed frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, particularly when it leads to significant setbacks, such as losing hard-earned items due to bugs. This has negatively impacted their overall enjoyment and motivation to continue playing.
- “Sadly, after grinding through ads to purchase a good gem plane, my plane disappeared due to a bug or something. This really turned me off.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, only to find that the rewards were not worth the effort.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is often derived from its poor English, which adds a comedic charm. Players find it hilarious and reminiscent of their childhood experiences with similar games on Nintendo.
- “The poor English in the game adds a hilarious charm to the experience.”
- “This game is absolutely hilarious! It brings back memories of playing it on Nintendo when I was a kid.”

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1942 - Classic shooting games is a casual shooter game.

1942 - Classic shooting games is available on Phone and Tablet.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing 1942 - Classic shooting games.

1942 - Classic shooting games was developed by FALCON GAME.

1942 - Classic shooting games has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

1942 - Classic shooting games is a single player game.

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