Operation Thunderbolt
Terrorists have seized a passenger airplane and will execute all the hostages if their demands are not met. It is up to the veteran soldier known as 'Lone Wolf' to return to action and rescue those hostages before time runs out. Thankfully you are not alone on this mission so bring a friend and have a blast by blasting the enemies into oblivion!
- Genre
- Gun
- Year
- 1988
- Developer
- Taito Corporation Japan
- Publisher
- Taito Corporation Japan
- Players
- 2
P2P Netplay available on compatible cores
Operation Thunderbolt frequently asked questions
How do I play Operation Thunderbolt online with a friend?
Operation Thunderbolt (Arcade) can be played online with friends using Etera's P2P netplay. Create a room in the launcher and invite your friend, who joins through the invite. Step by step:
- Download the Etera launcher for Windows or Linux and create your account.
- Ask your friend to do the same and add them to your friends list.
- Pick the game in the library and create a netplay room.
- Invite your friend: they accept the invite and join the room.
- The launcher keeps dependencies on the same version for both players, avoiding desync.
How do I play Operation Thunderbolt on PC?
Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find Operation Thunderbolt in the Arcade library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.
Does Operation Thunderbolt netplay lag?
Etera uses a direct P2P connection between players, which usually means low latency. Results depend on each player's internet quality.
Can I play Operation Thunderbolt for free?
Yes. Every account gets a 5-day trial with premium features. After that, the free plan allows 3 new games per day and 1 netplay session per day. Premium raises those limits.
Play Operation Thunderbolt on Etera
Download the launcher for Windows or Linux, find this game in the library and play solo or with friends.
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