Shin Kazama
A skilled Japanese mercenary pilot and the central protagonist of Area 88.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick | Move the aircraft in eight directions. |
|---|---|
Fire button | Fire the aircraft's standard weapon. |
Missile button | Launch missiles. |
Special weapon button | Use the equipped special weapon. |
Control notes
Arcade cabinet button labels and layouts may vary by operator or revision.
How it plays
How does U.N. Squadron play?
The game uses a horizontal side-scrolling perspective. The objective is to clear a sequence of combat stages by destroying enemy aircraft, armored vehicles, ships, installations, and large bosses.
Players select a pilot and aircraft, then use a standard gun, missiles, and a chosen special weapon. Destroyed enemies provide money, which can be spent between missions on new aircraft, upgrades, and ammunition. The arcade version supports one player at a time and continues through credits.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play U.N. Squadron?
Conserve missiles and special weapons for armored targets, enemy formations, and bosses rather than using them on every small aircraft.
Buy aircraft and upgrades according to the mission ahead. Learn which targets can be destroyed safely from a distance, and keep moving to avoid ground fire and enemies entering from the sides.
Each pilot has different performance characteristics, so choose the one whose strengths match your preferred balance of speed, firepower, and durability.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Mickey Simon
An American pilot and one of Area 88's experienced mercenaries.
Greg Gates
A large, powerful pilot who serves as another selectable Area 88 combatant.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Shoot ground targets early so they cannot combine with incoming aircraft fire.
- 2
Save money for a stronger aircraft instead of spending every credit on minor improvements.
- 3
Use the full screen width and change altitude frequently against bosses.
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