Games Like IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover

Scramble to intercept in your RAF Spitfire or Hurricane. Or join huge formations of German or Italian Fighters and Bombers as they roar across the Channel towards London. Decide the fate of Britain!

Why similar: World War II 42.6% ★, Flight 31.9%, Simulation 14.9%, Historical 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive, updated version of the seed game that fixes many original issues and adds modern VR support.

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: Flight 39.1%, World War II 37.5% ★, Simulation 17.6%, Historical 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary title that remains a cornerstone of the genre due to its massive content library and realistic flight physics.

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: Flight 53.7%, Simulation 22.4%, World War II 13% ★, Historical 11%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the same engine and rigorous simulation philosophy as the IL-2 series, focusing on the dawn of aerial combat.

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: Flight 40.8%, World War II 40.4% ★, Simulation 18.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the complex crew management and historical depth of WWII bomber operations in a high-fidelity environment.

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 40% ★, Flight 31.9%, Simulation 16.8%, Historical 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar WWII setting with a balance between simulation depth and accessible gameplay mechanics.

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 57.1% ★, Simulation 31.7%, Historical 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a grounded, technical perspective on the maintenance and engineering required to keep WWII aircraft combat-ready.

Feel the excitement of flying the Su-25T "Frogfoot" attack jet and the TF-51D "Mustang" in the free-to-play Digital Combat Simulator World!

Why similar: Flight 71.7%, Simulation 28.3%

Why You'll Like It: The foundational platform for the most advanced and realistic flight simulation experiences currently available.

Falcon 4.0 breaks the sight-and-sound barrier with its cutting-edge graphics, realism, dynamic campaigns and multiplayer gameplay.

Why similar: Flight 72.6%, Simulation 27.4%

Why You'll Like It: The benchmark for hardcore, systems-heavy flight simulation that appeals to the same audience as the IL-2 series.

Take to the skies over Europe during the most dangerous days of World War II.

Why similar: World War II 45.8% ★, Flight 34.9%, Simulation 19.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic title that shares the same historical focus on the European theater of WWII aerial combat.

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 43.1% ★, Flight 32.7%, Simulation 17.2%, Historical 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Directly explores the historical context of the Battle of Britain from the perspective of the famous Polish squadron.

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 56.5% ★, Flight 29.1%, Simulation 14.4%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the tension and strategic management of WWII bomber missions in a challenging, mission-based format.

Aces High III offers world class modeling of World War II planes, vehicles, and boats in a combat setting with hundreds of other players pitting their skills in any given online arena.

Why similar: World War II 56.4% ★, Flight 28.8%, Simulation 14.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a massive, persistent multiplayer environment for WWII aerial combat enthusiasts to test their skills.

Experience one war through two epic sagas where you will be a part of history or change it. Feel the power of the historically authentic and decisive battles of the Pacific War. Relive some of the grandest and most critical naval battles of recent history and for the first time, choose to lead your fleet to a completely different ending...

Why similar: World War II 67.5% ★, Flight 19.1%, Simulation 9.1%, Historical 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a broader strategic view of the Pacific theater while maintaining a focus on WWII naval and air combat.

Battlestations: Midway is an immense action game that drops players into massive air, sea, and undersea battles from Pearl Harbor to the Battle of Midway.

Why similar: World War II 59.3% ★, Flight 26.7%, Simulation 7.8%, Historical 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a similar tactical approach to WWII naval and air warfare as its successor, emphasizing strategic command.

Fight in the theatre of war that changed the world forever. Battle alongside your compatriots on some of the most inhospitable environments of the Eastern Front in Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45. Red Orchestra places you in the most realistic WWII first-person multi-player combat to date on the PC, allowing the player to fight through...

Why similar: World War II 86.1% ★, Historical 7.2%, Simulation 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: While a ground-based FPS, it shares the same gritty, hardcore historical realism found in the IL-2 series.

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 45.1% ★, Flight 40.4%, Simulation 8.1%, Historical 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the specific historical air campaigns of the China-Burma-India theater with a focus on authentic aircraft.

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 52.2% ★, Flight 41.5%, Simulation 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an accessible entry point into WWII aerial combat with base management elements and historical missions.

They were desperate, daring and deadly! For the past 50 years, only the courageous veteran pilots of World War II knew the real risks of fighting the legendary Pacific air wars. Now it's your turn!

Why similar: World War II 61.2% ★, Simulation 38.8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro simulation that captures the essence of early WWII air combat with a focus on historical accuracy.

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

Why similar: World War II 64.7% ★, Historical 18.5%, Simulation 16.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a realistic military simulation experience set on the WWII Eastern Front with a focus on tactical authenticity.

Scramble: Battle of Britain is a tactical dogfighting game set in 1940, featuring intense aerial battles in a 3D airspace. Take control of a squadron of fighters, planning maneuvers, witnessing real-time simulations, and analyzing battle damage with detailed camera tools.

Why similar: World War II 53.1% ★, Flight 45.8%, Simulation 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A unique tactical approach to the Battle of Britain that emphasizes turn-based strategy over real-time flight.

Graviteam Tactics: Tunisia 1943 - tactical battalion level combat simulation. During the Tunisian Campaign in winter 1943 German Panzer battlegroups launch a counteroffensive against the Allied forces to drive them out of Eastern Dorsal.

Why similar: World War II 69.5% ★, Simulation 30.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a deep, realistic tactical simulation of WWII ground combat that appeals to the same historical-sim demographic.

Warplanes: Battles over Pacific opens the next chapter in aviation history. Become a World War II pilot and take part in the campaign against the Empire of Japan. The sequel to the hit Warplanes: WW1 Fighters, takes dogfight to a new level.

Why similar: World War II 42.9% ★, Flight 37.3%, Simulation 19.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the intensity of Pacific theater dogfights with modern VR support and arcade-leaning flight mechanics.

True heroes know no bounds!Experience top combat action in this brand new arcade flight sim and become immersed in the exploits of famous aircraft carriers. Choose the side you want to play on: the US Navy or the Imperial Japanese Navy. Climb into the cockpit and re-live the most famous battles of the War in the Pacific.

Why similar: World War II 43.6% ★, Flight 36.2%, Simulation 20.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a cinematic, action-focused take on WWII carrier-based aviation and naval warfare.

Soar through the unfriendly skies in Air Conflicts: Secret Wars - an arcade flight simulation set in World War I and II era. Buy before July 21st and save!

Why similar: World War II 45% ★, Flight 35.3%, Simulation 19.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a variety of WWII aircraft in a mission-based, arcade-style campaign with diverse historical settings.

Take on the massive assault of aerial, ground, and naval forces with only seconds to decide your fate of victory or defeat.

Why similar: Flight 62%, Simulation 38%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a more arcade-oriented flight experience while maintaining a military theme and mission-based structure.

THIS IS THE ULTIMATE WWII AIR COMBAT GAME! You’ll participate in visceral dogfights, protect cities and fleets, bomb enemy structures and even fly through tunnels. Everything is set up in accurately recreated real life locations like Pearl Harbor, Coast of Dover, Midway, Germany and France.

Why similar: Flight 49.9%, World War II 33% ★, Simulation 17.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, arcade-style flight game that captures the spirit of WWII dogfighting with accessible controls.

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 50.7% ★, Flight 23.5%, Simulation 14.2%, Historical 11.6%

IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad is the continuation of the legendary IL-2 Sturmovik series that has set the standard for PC combat flight games for more than ten years. This new entry into the series will offer virtual pilots an even more accurate simulation of the most famous air battles.

Why similar: Flight 52.8%, World War II 31.4% ★, Simulation 10.3%, Historical 5.6%

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: Flight 37.9%, World War II 34.4% ★, Simulation 15.3%, Historical 12.4%

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?

Why similar: World War II 43.9% ★, Flight 37.3%, Simulation 18.8%

Piloting a wide range of aircraft, players engage in aerial dogfights and dangerous fighter missions across the major theaters of war during WWII.

Why similar: World War II 41.9% ★, Flight 41.1%, Simulation 17%

WWII Online is a massive, persistent free-to-play MMO FPS driven entirely by players. Fight as Army, Air, or Naval forces and earn Victory Points to access more units. One global server. No scripts. Real outcomes. No zones. Huge world (300,000 km²). ENLIST NOW!

Why similar: Flight 53.3%, World War II 33.2% ★, Simulation 7%, Historical 6.5%

Graviteam Tactics: Mius-Front - tactical battalion level combat simulation. Action takes place in the summer of 1943 at Mius river and Saur-Mogila tumulus area of over 140 sq. km. Four large-scale operations for the Red Army and Wehrmacht.

Why similar: World War II 66.9% ★, Simulation 25.8%, Historical 7.2%

The Vietnam War, one of the most explosive and violent wars of all time. You are Joe Thompson, an intrepid and patriotic pilot fighting to uphold the values of his country. This war will be the ultimate test for Joe and will irrevocably change his relationship with his family.

Why similar: Simulation 53.3%, Flight 46.7%

Why You'll Like It: Expands the flight simulation experience into the Vietnam War era with similar arcade-flight mechanics.

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 44.2% ★, Flight 33%, Simulation 12.5%, Historical 10.4%

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 73.9% ★, Simulation 16.5%, Historical 9.6%

Realistic air combat is waiting for you, in some of the most intense dogfights of the Cold War era!

Why similar: Flight 53.3%, Simulation 46.7%

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 45.8% ★, Flight 38.7%, Simulation 15.4%

Command ships, submarines and aircraft in the South Pacific during WWII.

Why similar: World War II 78.1% ★, Simulation 21.9%

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 41.6% ★, Flight 39.2%, Simulation 10.2%, Historical 9%

Step behind the periscope of a German U-boat and take on the Allied Forces in famous battles across the vast Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. The best-selling submarine series of all time continues with the highly anticipated Silent Hunter: Battle of the Atlantic.

Why similar: World War II 60.7% ★, Simulation 26.4%, Historical 13%

Your homeland sky is under attack. Will you defend it?

Why similar: World War II 54.6% ★, Flight 45.4%

It’s the 4th of June, 1942, and Japanese bombs are raining down on Midway – and you. This lethal assault is a prelude to an invasion whose success gives the enemy control over the Pacific. You are one of the American airmen who hold the outcome of this decisive battle in their hands.

Why similar: Simulation 51.3%, Flight 48.7%

Turn based tactical and strategic naval combat. Atlantic Fleet puts you in command of the Allies or Kriegsmarine (German Navy) in the longest military campaign of WWII, The Battle of the Atlantic.Take command of surface ships, submarines as well as carrier and land based aircraft in the deadly struggle for control of Atlantic shipping...

Why similar: World War II 71.9% ★, Simulation 21.7%, Historical 6.4%

UBOAT is a simulator of a submarine from WWII era. It is a survival sandbox with crew management mechanics while its primary theme is life of German sailors. The boat is their home, but it can become their grave at any time.

Why similar: World War II 65.8% ★, Simulation 18.4%, Historical 15.9%

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 71.9% ★, Simulation 16%, Historical 12.2%

Take to the skies in the World’s favourite flight simulator! The multi award winning Microsoft Flight Simulator X lands on Steam for the first time. Take off from anywhere in the world, flying some of the world’s most iconic aircraft to any one of 24,000 destinations.

Why similar: Flight 75.2%, Simulation 24.8%

Hearts of Iron III lets you play the most engaging conflict in world history, World War 2, on all fronts as any country and through multiple different scenarios. Guide your nation to glory between 1936 and 1948 and wage war, conduct diplomacy and build your industry in the most detailed World War 2 game ever made.

Why similar: World War II 73.7% ★, Historical 16.1%, Simulation 10.3%

Faces of War puts you in the heart of World War II – not as a distant commander, but as the leader on the ground. Combining the tactical depth of real-time strategy with the immediacy of direct control, it lets you issue precise orders or jump straight into battle as one of your soldiers.

Why similar: World War II 84% ★, Simulation 16%

Fly near-future aircraft with immersive physics across dynamic battlefields, facing land, air, and sea threats. Wage war against AI or rival pilots using an array of advanced weaponry, including tactical and strategic nuclear weapons capable of annihilating anything in your path.

Why similar: Flight 73.3%, Simulation 26.7%

In Eurofighter Typhoon, you are flying the famous Eurofighter on top of Iceland to fight against Russian troops which invade the country and prevent the outbreak of World War III. Quickly outnumbered, the ICEFOR has been abandoned by NATO but has been able to deploy a small number of the new Typhoon aircraft.

Why similar: Flight 77.3%, Simulation 22.7%

Command a special task force composed of different kinds of units, including tanks, APCs, field guns, mortars, various infantry regiments and will also have an opportunity to call for artillery and air support.

Why similar: World War II 100% ★

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 49.4% ★, Flight 38.9%, Simulation 11.6%

Steel Fury: Kharkov 1942 is based on real-life events that took place from May 12 to 28, 1942. During a vicious German counterattack three Soviet Armies were surrounded and were forced to fighting in what has become known as the “meat grinder.”

Why similar: World War II 68.6% ★, Simulation 19.4%, Historical 12%

Steel Division: Normandy is a tactical real-time strategy (RTS) game that pits players against AI enemies in a single-player campaign -- or against several opponents in massive 10-on-10 multiplayer battles.

Why similar: World War II 82.6% ★, Simulation 12.7%, Historical 4.6%

Air Missions: HIND is an action combat flight simulator based on the Russian Mi-24 Hind assault helicopter. You will be deployed to the battlefield either on your own or with a friend.

Why similar: Flight 71.1%, Simulation 28.9%

Immerse yourself in a world of armored tank battles. Choose from a wide range of famous tanks of the major combatants. Pick the best tank and blast your way across the battlefield. Defeat your enemies with force and strategic decisions! And lead your team on a glorious road to victory!

Why similar: World War II 64.3% ★, Simulation 35.7%

Hunt, hide and kill as you take command of U.S. submarines and crews and navigate the treacherous waters of the Pacific during WWII. Silent Hunter, the industry-leading naval warfare simulation franchise for over a decade, returns to its roots with next-generation graphical realism, immersive gameplay, innovative crew evolution and more...

Why similar: World War II 62.9% ★, Simulation 37.1%

Pilot deadly helicopter gunships, battle enemy forces and complete dangerous missions within a thrilling desert warzone!

Why similar: Flight 63.7%, Simulation 36.3%