1941: Counter Attack

A classic vertical-scrolling World War II flight shooter, the third installment in the series shifts the battlefield to the Western Front in Europe. The single player pilots the P-38, while the dual player controls the Mosquito fighter. The innovative health system replaces traditional remaining aircraft, with both being hit and releasing full-screen insurance consuming life points. Holding down the fire button allows for charged attacks to unleash high-damage special ammo, while picking up wingmen and multi-directional fire enhances combat capabilities. Featuring six stages spanning the North Atlantic, rocket launch sites, and Berlin cityscapes, the game boasts intense encounters with unique bosses like giant ships and rocket mechs. With two players fighting side by side on the same screen, it stands as a landmark 1990s arcade air combat title.