Games Like Aviators

It is the end of 1920. The Polish-Bolshevik war has been going on for almost two years. The battle for Korosteń – a key railway junction and technical supply base – is underway. Break Bolshevik cyphers, ensure radio communication, and neutralise the fearsome armoured trains.

Why similar: Historical 32.6%, Education 31.6%, War 11.3%, First-Person 7.9%, Story Rich 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Like Aviators, this is an educational, story-rich game focused on Polish history and puzzle-solving.

The enemies are close, would you dare to join the Squadron? Tweak planes in a 1st person mechanic mode, set the clouds on fire in aerial fights sim and discover extra missions in an open world of RAF Base. Enjoy a gameplay based on a real history and become the Ace of Sky.

Why similar: World War II 47.2% ★, Historical 13.8%, Simulation 9.3%, War 9%, Realistic 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game specifically highlights the Polish contribution to the air war, making it a thematic match for Aviators.

Attentat 1942 is a historically-accurate adventure about World War 2. Face moral dilemmas and existential struggles as you uncover the troubled past of your family.

Why similar: World War II 45.3% ★, Historical 26.5%, Realistic 11.5%, Story Rich 6.4%, Atmospheric 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a deeply historical and educational narrative experience that mirrors the atmospheric storytelling of Aviators.

Svoboda 1945: Liberation is a unique adventure game featuring dialogues with real actors. Talk to witnesses of the chaotic aftermath of World War 2 and discover the secret history of your own family in a captivating story about reconciliation with the dark past.

Why similar: World War II 38.1% ★, Historical 21.4%, War 15.2%, Realistic 9.7%, Story Rich 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: It combines historical documentation with interactive storytelling, providing a similar educational depth to the seed game.

Berlin 1933. “Adolf Hitler is chancellor!” We all know the consequences this message bore. Unspeakable horrors and suffering would sweep across the world. Few would stand and fight the monstrosity that was the German Reich. Will you? Lead an underground resistance group Through the Darkest of Times.

Why similar: World War II 46.3% ★, Historical 24.3%, Simulation 11.3%, Adventure 6.8%, Story Rich 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the human side of history with a strong narrative and atmospheric approach to the World War II era.

ARCADE-ACTION WWII air combat -Player takes on the role of the two pilots, Jack and Amelia, as they attempt to take down Nazi aerial menace across a rich campaign of missions, each with numerous objectives and enemies as well as side objectives.

Why similar: World War II 35% ★, Historical 13.7%, Military 13.7%, War 13.1%, Realistic 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This flight-focused game shares the World War II setting and narrative-driven mission structure found in Aviators.

England, 1940. The Luftwaffe is preparing for the invasion of Britain and the RAF need every man to stop it. They need you. Join the ground crews as they struggle to keep the aircraft flying. Repair engine, patch bullet holes, rearm machine guns and more.

Why similar: World War II 43% ★, Historical 15.3%, Simulation 11.8%, War 10.1%, First-Person 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the technical and maintenance side of historical aircraft, complementing the educational focus of Aviators.

Chocks away! Bomber Crew is a strategic simulation game, where picking the right crew and keeping your bomber in tip top shape is the difference between completing your mission or losing it all! USAAF DLC NOW AVAILABLE! FLY THE ICONIC AMERICAN BOMBER!

Why similar: World War II 67.8% ★, War 13.3%, Simulation 8.5%, Military 6.8%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the technical and atmospheric challenges of managing a World War II flight crew.

In This War Of Mine you do not play as an elite soldier, rather a group of civilians trying to survive in a besieged city; struggling with lack of food, medicine and constant danger from snipers and hostile scavengers. The game provides an experience of war seen from an entirely new angle.

Why similar: War 31.2%, Wargame 19.5%, Stealth 13.9%, Realistic 10.1%, Atmospheric 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the somber, realistic, and atmospheric tone of wartime survival through a narrative-driven lens.

Pixel Puzzles, your number one place for digital jigsaws.

Why similar: World War II 32.9% ★, Education 19.4%, Historical 17.7%, Military 13.8%, War 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game directly utilizes the educational and historical themes of the era through a puzzle-based format.

Welcome to the exciting world of My Museum! Experience the adventure of your life and get the exhibits. Use your talents to restore ancient artefacts! Build the greatest exhibition of all time! Will you become a part of HISTORY?

Why similar: World War II 31.5% ★, Education 19.3%, Historical 17.2%, Realistic 8.7%, First-Person 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the exploration and puzzle-solving mechanics found in the adventure segments of Aviators.

Call to Arms - Gates of Hell is a realistic RTS/ RTT game that offers endless replay value. Command all types of troops in historical singleplayer, dynamic campaign, PvP and PvE battles. Are you ready for some serious immersion in World War 2?

Why similar: World War II 39.9% ★, Historical 20%, Military 12.7%, War 12.7%, Realistic 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a highly realistic and detailed look at World War II military operations for those interested in historical accuracy.

Wings of Prey is based around large-scale aerial combat in World War II. Players can participate in some of the most famous battles piloting fighters, attack aircraft and bombers across a range of thrilling missions.

Why similar: World War II 34.7% ★, Historical 17.8%, War 11.6%, Military 7.7%, Simulation 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a cinematic and historical flight experience centered on the air battles of World War II.

Grab the control yoke of a warplane and jump into the battlefields of World War 2 in this thrilling combat flight action game. In each of the campaigns for USA, Great Britain, USSR, Germany and Japan you will assume the role of a pilot and squadron leader of an elite air force unit.

Why similar: World War II 67.3% ★, Wargame 17.5%, War 6%, Simulation 4%, Shooter 4%

Why You'll Like It: It provides an accessible flight experience that captures the action and setting of the World War II air war.

Based on a true story. Set during the famous airdrop before the invasion at Normandy, where Sgt. Matt Baker and his squad of 101st Airborne Paratroopers were scattered over the French countryside.

Why similar: World War II 44.1% ★, War 16.5%, Military 10.9%, Historical 9.4%, Shooter 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: It is a narrative-heavy World War II game that prioritizes historical authenticity and squad-based storytelling.

Experience massive battles with infantry, tanks, artillery, and aircraft on large destructible open-world maps. Equip yourself, coordinate with your squad, and fight through World War II in singleplayer, co-op, or multiplayer!

Why similar: World War II 37.3% ★, Wargame 14.6%, War 12.1%, Historical 11.4%, Realistic 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: It is a realistic, singleplayer-focused World War II shooter that captures the gritty atmosphere of the conflict.

FLYING TIGERS: SHADOWS OVER CHINA is an air-combat action game based on the historical events of America’s secret volunteer squadrons that defended China against Japan in the China-Burma-India theatre of World War 2.

Why similar: World War II 56.3% ★, Historical 14.4%, Military 10.5%, Shooter 8%, Simulation 5%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the historical air campaigns of the era with a blend of action and simulation.

Il-2 1946 includes all of the original IL-2 series content: IL-2 Sturmovik™: Forgotten Battles, Ace Expansion Pack, Pacific Fighters™ and alternate histry campaigns of year 1946. What was years ago began as a one-aircraft study sim is now an astonishing anthology, with a whopping 229 flyable aircraft and over 300 aircraft total!

Why similar: World War II 50.8% ★, Historical 14.1%, Military 13.8%, Simulation 11.8%, Realistic 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: For those interested in the aviation aspect, this is the gold standard for realistic World War II flight simulation.

Project Wunderwaffe: Prologue is some part of the full version of the game. The gameplay starts in the realities of World War II, the Soviets and Allies are coming. Your task in the game is to keep enemy troops as far away from your base as possible. Fight and survive!

Why similar: World War II 33.2% ★, Wargame 20.9%, Historical 14.9%, Military 14%, War 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: It explores the military and historical aspects of the war through a strategy and survival lens.

Strategic Mind: Spirit of Liberty is a history-driven turn-based strategy set in WW2. Lead the scarce Finnish forces through the Winter War, Continuation War, and Lapland War. Save your country’s very existence from the Red Menace. Niet Molotoff!

Why similar: World War II 29% ★, Wargame 19.6%, Historical 14.8%, Military 13.4%, War 12%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a turn-based, historical approach to World War II military strategy for players who enjoy the wargame aspect.

Feel the power of flying a 10-men crew on a B-17 over occupied Europe in WWII. Plan the mission, choose your men and take action in every post onboard, from pilot to bombardier and machine gunners. Get ready for a high-flying adventure in this all-time classic.

Why similar: World War II 44% ★, Historical 18.8%, War 15.6%, Realistic 8.8%, Simulation 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This classic simulation provides a deep, historically grounded look at the life of a bomber crew.

Fly through the theaters of World War II with fighters planes from across the world. Intercept, Raid, Defend, Survive in theatres of World War II. Vincemus is an arcade semi-realistic air combat shooter, The game is avalable on WindowsOS and MacOS.

Why similar: World War II 35% ★, Military 16.9%, Wargame 16.8%, War 14.7%, Shooter 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a focused, indie-developed flight experience centered on military aviation.

Every war has its Generals. Take command of an army during World War II and lead them to victory. Strategize your way through many scenarios and real historical military campaigns of past generals.

Why similar: World War II 31.7% ★, Education 13.2%, Historical 13%, Wargame 12.1%, War 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a detailed, historical look at World War II warfare from a strategic perspective.

Immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of World War II, as you meticulously plan your moves and adapt to the ever-changing battlefield. With a wide array of units and tactical options at your disposal, success is determined by your strategic prowess and adaptability.

Why similar: World War II 33.4% ★, Wargame 19.2%, Education 16.6%, Military 13.2%, War 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: This strategy title focuses on historical accuracy and tactical decision-making within the World War II theater.

Command a platoon of Sherman tanks over the most famous theaters of WWII. Take the commander’s seat and give specific orders to your crew, or open the tactical map to coordinate your actions with accompanying units.

Why similar: World War II 30.6% ★, Wargame 17.7%, Historical 16.7%, Military 13.3%, War 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the historical and tactical aspects of armored warfare during the World War II era.

Team up and join the frontline in Squad 44, the most authentic tactical WW2 shooter. Experience ruthless realism with an immense arsenal of faithfully recreated weapons and vehicles across massive WW2 battlefields.

Why similar: World War II 41.5% ★, Military 15.2%, War 10.7%, Historical 9.8%, Realistic 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a highly realistic, atmospheric, and military-focused experience set in World War II.

«Undying Symphony» tells a story about challenges that Leningrad people faced during the Siege and shows us one of the most tragic episodes of Leningrad history

Why similar: World War II 42.3% ★, Historical 21.2%, Military 12.4%, Realistic 7.9%, Story Rich 5%

You know their stories. Now it's time to step aboard! Board iconic ocean liner and warships from history like SS United States, Morro Castle and more as you explore and learn about the secrets that made them into legends.

Why similar: World War II 36.6% ★, Historical 18.3%, Military 14%, Education 8.3%, Simulation 5.8%

A concise VR experience inspired by the game "Aviators." Take control of the upper turret gun on a bomber and fend off attacks from German fighters. Visit a virtual hangar of the Polish air wing and learn more about the events depicted in the game.

Why similar: World War II 20.3% ★, On-Rails Shooter 19.4% ★, Wargame 12.5%, Historical 11.4%, Education 11.4%

MARKET GARDEN lets you relive the golden era of WW2 shooters, bringing classic, old-school FPS action back to its roots. Experience the epic airborne operation MARKET GARDEN in a game that pays tribute both to the genre’s finest moments and the real historical events.

Why similar: World War II 40.5% ★, Historical 16%, War 13%, Military 10%, First-Person 6.7%

Command your own troops, man authentic weaponry and take to the sky in deadly warplanes.

Why similar: World War II 30.1% ★, Historical 15.6%, Military 13.3%, War 12.2%, Realistic 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: It is a serious, military-simulation-focused title that captures the historical tension of the era.

Assume duties of a soldier involved in numerous battles and skirmishes with fast advancing German war machine. Go to battle on foot, driving armored vehicles, or flying an airplane. Use weapons not featured in any other game and feel a good, nostalgic climate of the production like MOHAA or COD.

Why similar: World War II 28.6% ★, Wargame 14.1%, Historical 11.8%, Realistic 7.1%, Shooter 6.6%

Experience the thrill of aerial combat with Aces of Thunder, the ultimate flight simulation game with high fidelity graphics that looks perfect both with and without VR HMDs.

Why similar: World War II 27.6% ★, Historical 18%, Military 13.3%, War 10.9%, Realistic 9%

WarBirds2026 brings newly upgraded aircraft, refined flight models, new training, and expanded terrain. Featuring over 225 Fighters, Bombers, Armored ground vehicles across solo, multiplayer, and historical online special events, continuing to deliver the WWII air combat realism for over 30 years

Why similar: World War II 40.2% ★, Wargame 20.6%, War 10.3%, Realistic 7.4%, Shooter 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a long-standing simulation experience for players interested in the technical aspects of World War II aircraft.

Be a pioneer of aerial warfare in Warplanes: WW1 Sky Aces. Fight above the battlefields of World War I and become the ultimate Sky Ace!

Why similar: Wargame 58.5%, War 21.8%, Shooter 19.6%

Epic World War 2 battles. Finland vs the Soviet Union.

Why similar: World War II 40% ★, Wargame 22.5%, Historical 14.3%, War 9.3%, Military 6%

War Birds is a 2.5D World War 2 air combat game, with impressive 3D warplanes and beautiful 2D environments.

Why similar: World War II 57.5% ★, War 12.7%, Wargame 12.7%, Simulation 8.7%, Shooter 5.7%

Join a Lancaster bomber crew during a raid over Berlin in World War Two.

Raid On Taihoku is an adventure game with the backdrop of WW2 Taiwan. By controlling the characters pass through different danger and safe zones, you will experience the struggles of human nature and cruelty of war.

Why similar: World War II 37% ★, Historical 26.9%, War 20.7%, Story Rich 6.3%, Wargame 4.3%

The invasion has begun. Land by sea, launch from gliders, fight in the fields, in the beaches and in the skies. it is time to free France.[/b]

Why similar: World War II 72.2% ★, Simulation 9.4%, Historical 8.7%, War 6.4%, Shooter 3.4%

A stylised flight simulator focused on the pilot’s career, offering a rich world where you manage routes, passengers, and maintain your own planes. Featuring retro pixel art, flyable turbo-props and regional jets, simplified navigation, and a competitive airline economy system.

Why similar: First-Person 28.4%, Action-Adventure 20.3%, Exploration 19.1%, Simulation 17.8%, 3D 14.3%

Become a pilot! Immerse in WW1 aerial combat like never before in a captivating VR experience. Be a pilot during the Great War in Warplanes: WW1 Fighters. No matter whether you prefer arcade games or flight simulators – a variety of options will let you adjust the game to your preferences.

Why similar: Military 37.8%, War 35.6%, Simulation 23.6%, Singleplayer 3%

Tactical Multiplayer FPS shooter with a story based on the events of the World War II. Strategic battles with a variety of vehicles, including artillery. Multiple game modes. Ranks, titles, awards, career.

Why similar: World War II 44.3% ★, Military 14.1%, War 11.9%, Realistic 8.6%, Shooter 7%

Enter the world of gunsmithing and become a real expert in making, repairing and modifying weapons in Gunsmith Simulator: Prologue. Open your workshop, be creative and excel at gunsmithing!

Why similar: Education 26.2%, Military 17.9%, Historical 17%, Realistic 11.2%, First-Person 7.3%

Red Glare is a WW2 real-time tactics game where you play agents of the OSS, the precursor to the CIA, combating a secret German expedition in South America. With five well balanced characters and a story campaign playing out across a continent.

Why similar: World War II 26.9% ★, Historical 17.6%, Military 13.6%, Stealth 11.2%, Realistic 9.8%

The classic game remastered. Feel the power of flying a 10-men crew on a B-17 over occupied Europe in WWII. Plan the mission, choose your men and take action in every post onboard, from pilot to bombardier and machine gunners. Get ready for a high-flying adventure in this all-time classic remake.

Why similar: World War II 35.3% ★, Wargame 28.9%, War 13.7%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Simulation 8.1%

Build the new future of Europe! Flip, renovate, repair and rebuild places destroyed during World War 2. Get to know the history and stories of civilians. Play an immersive building simulator with grappling storytelling.

Why similar: World War II 44.6% ★, Education 20.8%, Realistic 11.4%, First-Person 7.6%, Simulation 6.2%

Project Wunderwaffe will take you back into the realities of World War II, the end of which seems to be near. Germany is now just a shadow of its power. Your order is to build a secret military base and construct weapons of unprecedented power. Will you be capable of turning the tide of war?

Why similar: World War II 32.3% ★, Wargame 19.9%, Historical 13.2%, Military 12.5%, War 10.7%

Pilot legendary aircraft of the early years of aviation, French Spad 13, German Albatros D.Va and Russian built Nieuport 17, in the free-to-play Rise of Flight United! This WWI aviation sim that has something for every flight-sim fan, from single player skirmish and career to multiplayer dogfights, but one thing is for certain, the...

Why similar: Historical 32%, World War II 20.8% ★, Simulation 17.9%, Military 8.3%, War 8.2%

★Tactics & Collocations 30+ Historical Campaigns: Normandy Landing, Operation Market Garden 2 Warfare Conflict Camps: Allies faction and ally Axis 30+ large battlefield maps are provide in this strategy games Omni-directional combat space: naval battle, air combat, land battle.

Why similar: World War II 32.6% ★, Wargame 21.4%, Historical 14.4%, Military 13.8%, War 12.1%

In Enlisted, you are not only commanding a single soldier, but an entire squad! This MMO squad based shooter recreates the key battles of the bloodiest war of the 20th century, with hundreds of soldiers, tanks and aircraft taking part in each battle.

Why similar: World War II 53.5% ★, War 14.4%, Shooter 9.2%, Realistic 8.8%, First-Person 7.1%

Take command of a remote military air base during World War II. Build your own airfield, manage iconic aircraft and oversee your crew’s well-being. Prepare them against air raids and send your pilots on dangerous missions. Survive and help your nation win the war!

Why similar: World War II 43.8% ★, Historical 18.1%, Military 15.3%, War 13.1%, Simulation 6.1%

Fire & Steel is the first chapter of a fast-paced, old-school, arcade aerial shooter where you burn down the mighty armies of World War II as young Dragon Aiden!

Why similar: World War II 42.1% ★, Historical 15.3%, Shooter 10.9%, Realistic 10.5%, War 9.8%

During WWII you are an American soldier who captured the german bunker in Normandy. You must defend it at all costs and survive this World War II. Complete missions, cook & shoot, search the bodies for medicines, ammo, and food to survive. WW2: Bunker Simulator is a mix of fps and simulator.

Why similar: World War II 27.6% ★, Wargame 15.5%, Historical 12.6%, Military 11.2%, War 10.2%

World of Warplanes is an aerial combat MMO action game set in the Golden Age of military aviation. The game throws players into a never-ending battle for dominance of the skies.

Why similar: World War II 41.7% ★, Military 19.1%, Realistic 9.2%, Shooter 8.6%, First-Person 7.7%

Skies above the Great War is a hybrid of action and grand strategy sandbox game set on the Western Front during the First World War. Manage your air forces or take control of any plane yourself in real time.

Why similar: Wargame 46.6%, Historical 39.1%, First-Person 8.1%, 3D 4.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%

The Light in the Darkness tells the story of a working-class family of Polish Jews in France during the Holocaust. It is the first videogame to portray the Holocaust, releasing free for educational purposes.

Why similar: World War II 43.9% ★, Education 41.7%, 3D 6.6%, Adventure 6.2%, Singleplayer 1.6%