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Fly RAF fighters over Britain, dogfight Luftwaffe aircraft, strike ground targets, and unlock new planes across combat missions.
Released 14 Oct 2009
Dogfight Luftwaffe Fighters
Intercept Bomber Formations
Escort Allied Aircraft
Destroy the Luftwaffe! There’s something new in the air, and it’s more than the hum of hundreds of aero engines... As the Luftwaffe launches its aerial offensive, the outnumbered Royal Air Force is scrambling to bring into combat new planes that will ensure victory over a stronger foe. Will they succeed?
Developed by City Interactive · Published by CI Games
Themes from a helpfulness-selected sample of Steam reviews, not the aggregate Steam score.
Set during the Battle of Britain, the campaign puts you in the cockpit as a young British pilot defending the country against Luftwaffe attacks. You fly aircraft including the Hurricane and Spitfire.
Missions focus on aerial combat and include intercepting bombers, escorting allied aircraft, and attacking ground targets. The game offers arcade and more simulation-leaning control modes, with combat designed around quick dogfights rather than detailed aircraft management.
As the campaign progresses, you unlock additional planes and missions, with rewards such as promotions and decorations. Multiplayer lets players choose to fly for either the RAF or the Luftwaffe.
Players who enjoy the game often point to its accessible controls and brisk, satisfying dogfights, along with its nostalgic appeal as a straightforward arcade flight game. Some appreciate its short, focused campaign, while others find the missions repetitive and the presentation dated or limited.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Controller required | No |
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| Website | Official website |
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