1942: The Pacific Air War
Developed by MicroProse Software, Inc · Published by Atari, Nightdive Studios
At a glance
Overview
A simulation, strategy game by MicroProse Software, Inc, published by Atari — single-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “They were desperate, daring and deadly! For the past 50 years, only the courageous veteran pilots of World War II knew the real risks of fighting the legendary Pacific air wars. Now it's your turn!” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Reception & community
Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for 1942: The Pacific Air War.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | No |
| Co-op | No |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | No |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | No |
| Partial controller support | No |
| Steam Cloud saves | No |
| Steam Achievements | No |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- OS *: Windows XP / Vista / 7
- Processor: 1.0 GHz Processor
- Memory: 512 MB RAM
- Graphics: 100% DirectX compatible graphics
- Storage: 100 MB available space
- Sound Card: 100% DirectX compatible card or onboard sound
Recommended
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: 1.5 GHz Processor
- Memory: 1 MB RAM
- Graphics: 100% DirectX compatible graphics
- Storage: 100 MB available space
- Sound Card: 100% DirectX compatible card or onboard sound
Supported languages (1)
1942: The Pacific Air War FAQ
Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.
What kind of game is 1942: The Pacific Air War?
Steam classifies 1942: The Pacific Air War as a Simulation, Strategy game, developed by MicroProse Software, Inc. They were desperate, daring and deadly! For the past 50 years, only the courageous veteran pilots of World War II knew the real risks of fighting the legendary Pacific air wars. Now it's your turn!
How much does 1942: The Pacific Air War cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists 1942: The Pacific Air War at $1.04. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is 1942: The Pacific Air War single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for 1942: The Pacific Air War: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is 1942: The Pacific Air War on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists 1942: The Pacific Air War for Windows, macOS, Linux. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is 1942: The Pacific Air War out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Apr 1, 2015.
What platforms is 1942: The Pacific Air War on?
1942: The Pacific Air War is listed for Windows, macOS, Linux on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is 1942: The Pacific Air War single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player.
How much does 1942: The Pacific Air War cost?
Steam lists it at $1.04.
Who made 1942: The Pacific Air War?
1942: The Pacific Air War is developed by MicroProse Software, Inc and published by Atari, Nightdive Studios.
Where to get 1942: The Pacific Air War
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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