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Which controls does this version use?

Actions

Paratrooper action controls
Left Arrow
Aim the gun left
Right Arrow
Aim the gun right
Space
Fire the gun

How it plays

How does Paratrooper play?

The action takes place on one fixed screen viewed from the side. A gun positioned near the bottom aims upward, while paratroopers descend from aircraft and must be shot before they land.

There are no campaign maps or character upgrades. Progress is represented by surviving successive waves and achieving a higher score. The main challenge comes from choosing targets quickly, correcting the gun's angle, and avoiding wasted shots as the number and timing of airborne threats increase.

Plan your run

What is the best way to play Paratrooper?

Prioritize paratroopers that are closest to the ground, but do not ignore new targets entering from the sides. Sweep the gun methodically rather than making large, repeated movements.

  • Fire only when the barrel is aligned with a descending target.
  • Watch the whole screen after each shot; a second paratrooper may be following the first.
  • Learn the timing of the gun and use small corrections to improve accuracy.

Before you begin

What should you know before playing?

  1. 1

    Keep scanning both sides of the screen instead of focusing on one falling target.

  2. 2

    Use deliberate aim corrections and avoid rapid, unnecessary firing.

  3. 3

    Treat every landing threat as urgent once several paratroopers are airborne.

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