1942 GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Action

1942

SystemGame Boy Color
GenreAction
DeveloperCapcom
PublisherCapcom
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Series194X
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Capcom, 1942 arrived on the Game Boy Color as an action game.

It is part of the 194X series. The series also appears on other systems with 1942 (NES). Capcom also made Mega Man Xtreme, Mega Man Xtreme 2 and Ghosts 'n Goblins for the GBC.

1942 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing 1942 is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

1942 gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

1942 cheats & codes

14 codes on file (Game Genie, Xploder, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Infinite Lives1C5-27C
Start With 99 Lives632-3FF
Infinite Spin1C8-9EF
Start With 99 Spin63E-72E

See all 1942 cheats

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Playing GBC games today

GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.

1942 FAQ

Who made 1942?

It was developed by Capcom.

Is 1942 multiplayer?

Yes. 1942 supports up to 2 players.

How long does 1942 take to play?

As an action game, 1942 typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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