Games like 1942 on Switch

3 of the 4 modern alternatives to 1942 (1984) run on Switch. One of them is free, and the cheapest paid option is Ghost Blade HD at € 9,99. 2 are made by independent developers.

Switch is the most convenient way to play console classics, thanks to the Nintendo Switch Online libraries covering NES, SNES, Game Boy, N64, Mega Drive and Game Boy Advance, plus a very healthy market for remasters and retro-styled indie games in the eShop.

Other devices: Steam Deck 3

Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.

Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium

Free + in-app purchases

A free shell with paid packs covering the 194X shooters and other Capcom cabinets.

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Verified

Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.

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Ghost Blade HD Indie

€ 9,99

A clean, readable vertical shooter with scoring chains, built for arcade-style repeat runs.

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Untested

Ghost Blade HD runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Untested.

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Warplanes: WW1 Fighters Indie

€ 14,99

An indie flight combat game evoking early aerial warfare shooters.

Available on
PC Mac Linux iPhone iPad Android phone Android tablet PlayStation Xbox Switch Steam Deck Playable

Warplanes: WW1 Fighters runs on PC, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox. It is Steam Deck Playable.

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Not on Switch

These alternatives to 1942 are listed on the main page, but do not run on Switch:

All 4 games like 1942