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Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick | Move the spacecraft in eight directions. |
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A | Fire the standard weapon. |
B | Use the selected special weapon. |
C | Activate armor. |
Control notes
These controls describe the standard arcade three-button layout; cabinet labels can vary.
How it plays
How does Alpha Mission II play?
The screen scrolls vertically while the player pilots a spacecraft through enemy waves, ground targets, obstacles, and boss encounters. The main objective is to survive each stage and destroy its final guardian.
The ship has a standard shot, special weapons, and armor systems. Special weapons consume limited energy, while armor can absorb or prevent damage but must be managed carefully. Power-ups improve the ship's offensive and defensive options, and progression depends on choosing when to spend or preserve resources.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Alpha Mission II?
Conserve special-weapon energy for dense enemy patterns and bosses rather than using it against every small target.
- Learn the safest positions in each stage and avoid hugging the screen edges.
- Treat armor as a resource: activate it before a difficult pattern, not after taking damage.
- Prioritize power-ups that improve survival when a stage is already threatening.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use the regular shot for routine enemies and save special weapons for crowded formations.
- 2
Study boss attack cycles before attempting aggressive damage runs.
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