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Pilot nimble aircraft in 2D multiplayer sky battles, using aerial maneuvers, weapons, and team objectives to outplay rivals.
Released 04 Dec 2009
Dogfight in 2D
Score Plane Ball Goals
Destroy Enemy Bases
Now Available on PC, Mac and Linux!
Developed by Nimbly Games · Published by Nimbly Games









Altitude is a side-scrolling aerial combat game where you pilot small aircraft through colorful 2D arenas. Matches pit players against one another in fast-paced multiplayer battles.
Climb, dive, turn, and manage your plane’s momentum to attack opponents and avoid fire. Different aircraft have distinct characteristics, weapons, and abilities, while weapon choices and power-ups add options during a match.
The game offers several competitive modes, including team deathmatch, free-for-all, and one-life deathmatch. In Plane Ball, teams try to score with a ball; in Team Base Destruction, they coordinate attacks to destroy the opposing base. Demolition focuses on objectives, and loadout decisions can shape team tactics.
Players who enjoy Altitude often point to its responsive, momentum-based flying, easy-to-grasp controls, and aircraft that offer different ways to fight. Reviews also praise the quick, competitive matches and recall memorable games with friends or other players. Some describe a steep learning curve, and several note that the aging presentation and small player population can make it harder to find active matches.
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
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| Achievements | 52 |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
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| Metacritic | 79/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |