G.I. Joe

G.I. Joe

Overview & History

Released by Konami in 1992, G.I. Joe is a classic arcade side-scrolling beat 'em up based on Hasbro’s iconic military action figure franchise. Pitting the elite counter-terrorist unit against the evil Cobra organization, the game captures the Saturday-morning cartoon aesthetic while delivering frantic multiplayer action. Players can choose from four distinct heroes—Duke, Scarlett, Roadblock, and Snake Eyes—as they fight their way across global hotspots to dismantle Cobra Commander's latest doomsday scheme, featuring memorable boss encounters with iconic villains like Destro and Storm Shadow.

Gameplay Features & Mechanics

Unlike standard melee brawlers, Konami infused G.I. Joe with dynamic run-and-gun shooting mechanics alongside traditional hand-to-hand combat. Each character possesses a unique primary weapon with infinite ammo, ranging from Duke’s assault rifle to Scarlett’s crossbow, alongside heavy melee strikes and screen-clearing special attacks fueled by collecting power-ups. The game supports up to four simultaneous players, creating chaotic cooperative synergy. Environments feature destructible objects, multi-tiered platforms, and occasional vehicle sequences like riding jet skis or heavy armor, keeping the pacing relentlessly high from the jungles of South America to the frozen wastes of the Arctic and deep into Cobra's secret island base.

Keyboard Controls

• Arrow Keys / D-Pad: Move
• Action Keys: Attack / Jump
• Enter: Start / Pause