As the story progresses, players witness the internal politics of both factions:
: Scattered survivors like Scarlett, Roadblock, and Snake Eyes must regroup and find "The Mold," a critical relic needed to neutralize the Blackout Sphere. They eventually fight to recapture the USS Flagg and infiltrate Cobra’s headquarters. Ending and Legacy
The Joes eventually manage to shut down the device and restore order, but the peace is short-lived. G.I. Joe: Operation Blackout [CODEX]
See the initial Cobra attack on the USS Flagg and the activation of the Blackout Sphere:
: The game culminates in a dual-boss battle against Destro and the Baroness in the final level. As the story progresses, players witness the internal
: Cobra Commander uses intelligence stolen from NASA to launch a surprise attack on the USS Flagg . By seizing control of the G.I. Joe satellite network, Cobra generates a "Blackout Sphere"—a global EMP that disables all electrical equipment worldwide except for Cobra's own assets.
The story of follows a rare timeline where Cobra actually achieves its ultimate goal of world domination. Told through an 80s-style comic book aesthetic, the narrative splits the experience between Joe and Cobra perspectives across 17 missions. The Fall of G.I. Joe: "C-Day" See the initial Cobra attack on the USS
: With the world's militaries paralyzed, Cobra forces defeat the G.I. Joe strike team globally. Many Joes, including leader Duke , are captured, leaving the remaining team fractured and on the run. Internal Strife and the Resistance