Beach Head 2002

Beach Head 2002 is an arcade action game where you defend a command post against enemy forces. You repel attacks through the night, then face an air and ground assault as day breaks. The enemy adapts to your defensive tactics, becoming smarter and more cunning as you try to reach the next level.

Day and night battles

Combat includes night fighting with searchlights and flares, massive airborne attacks and special forces night attacks. Enemy vehicles and weapons include MB78 battle tanks, Fuchs APCs with gun turrets and missile launchers, Cobra attack helicopters, CH53 Shercoskys, F101 jet fighters and C-130 Hercules transport aircraft.

Weapons and support

You can use defender weapons including the M60 General Purpose MG, twin-barrel 30 Cal AA Gun, 75MM AT Cannon, .45 Handgun and Gatling Gun. Air support puts B58 bombers at your command, and a heat-seeking missile launcher is also available. Ammo drops contain bullets, missiles and shells.

Damage and effects

Tanks and vehicles have distinct characteristics. The game tracks accumulating damage, with cause and effect across battles, and uses dimensional sound effects to convey distance and battlefield depth. It also includes realistic battle sounds and special effects, along with built-in cheat code keys.