- #1 Falcon A.T.
97% matchMixed44% of 16 reviews2016
Dev: Spectrum HolobytePub: MicroProse Software
Windows
When you climb into the cockpit of the F-16 Fighting Falcon, get set for the "flight of your life" as the powerful FALCON AT takes you streaking across the sky at Mach 2.
Why similar: Flight 31.9%, Military 17.5%, Simulation 12.6%, War 11.8%, Retro 7.7%
- #2 Fleet Defender: The F-14 Tomcat Simulation
96% matchPositive80% of 46 reviews2014
Dev: MicroProse Software, Inc.Pub: Atari
Windows · Linux
The catapult officer calls for full afterburner. 50,000 pounds of thrust spools behind you as your F-14 strains for release. Less than three seconds later your Tomcat screams through the air at 150 knots. You climb to meet your wingman, then head off to join the fight.
Why similar: Flight 51.1%, Simulation 48.9%
- #3 Dogfight: 80 Years of Aerial Warfare
96% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: MicroprosePub: Atari
Windows
First published in 1993 by Microprose, Dogfight: 80 Years of Aerial Warfare lets players manage an entire air campaign - from mission planning to dogfightitng.
Why similar: Simulation 32.4%, Military 24%, Historical 20%, 1990's 9.7%, Retro 7.9%
- #4 F-16 Multirole Fighter
95% matchVery Positive85% of 144 reviews2009
Dev: NovaLogic
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 41%
With innovative technologies such as fly-by-wire controls, sophisticated systems for night and all-weather operations and the ability to carry a variety of weapons, the F-16 continually proves to be the workhorse of the USAF. Victorious in all of its air-to-air engagements, the awesome reputation of the F-16 is undisputed.
Why similar: Flight 56.8%, Simulation 43.2%
- #5 Wings Over Europe
94% matchMixed56% of 126 reviews2014
Dev: Third Wire ProductionsPub: Strategy First
Windows
Realistic air combat is waiting for you, in some of the most intense dogfights of the Cold War era!
Why similar: Flight 53.1%, Simulation 46.9%
- #6 MiG-29 Fulcrum
94% matchVery Positive89% of 111 reviews2009
Dev: NovaLogic
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 27%
The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-29 Fulcrum is one of the world's most maneuverable and toughest fighter jets and has often been compared to its closest Western counterpart, the F-16. Innovations unique to the aircraft allow MiG pilots to perform remarkable moves like the Tailslide and Cobra maneuvers.
Why similar: Flight 57.4%, Simulation 42.6%
- #7 F-22 Lightning 3
93% matchMixed70% of 202 reviews2009
Dev: NovaLogic
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Mass Destruction! Use tactical nuclear weapons to level entire city regions. The most realistic weather environments ever created. Changing weather effects including: rain, snow, hail, and wind. Extreme temperatures affect flight performance. Fly it yourself or let the world's most advanced fighter do it for you!
Why similar: Flight 64%, Simulation 36%
- #8 F-117A Nighthawk Stealth Fighter 2.0
92% matchVery Positive87% of 147 reviews2014
Dev: MicroProse Software
Windows · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Down below, the enemy sits unaware while a sleek, metallic creature slices through the dark. No blips show on the radar, no sign is given. Then, an instant, the roar of exploding ordnance shatters the night, demolishing targets, sending troops and pilots scrambling.
Why similar: Flight 58.9%, Simulation 41.1%
- #9 F-19 Stealth Fighter
91% matchVery Positive89% of 96 reviews2015
Dev: MicroProse Software, IncPub: Atari
Windows · Linux
F-19 STEALTH FIGHTER takes combat flying to new heights. With dazzling graphics and authentic, real-world scenarios. F-19 creates action-packed excitement that keeps you coming back for more! It's easy to learn, but satisfyingly tough to master.
Why similar: Flight 51.9%, Simulation 48.1%
- #10 B-17 Flying Fortress: The Mighty 8th
91% matchMostly Positive76% of 90 reviews2014
Dev: Wayward DesignPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 16%
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: Flight 35.6%, War 15.9%, Simulation 13.6%, Historical 13.2%, 1990's 7%
- #11 Stealth Fighter DEX
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jimmy Arcade Limited
Windows
Inspired by flight sims of the '90s, you will be piloting a selection of fictional stealth fighter bombers over varied terrain completing procedurally generated missions such as precision bombing, clandestine intelligence gathering, close air support and many others.
Why similar: Flight 25%, Cold War 24.2% ★, Military 15.6%, Stealth 10.5%, War 10.1%
- #12 Iron Warriors: T-72 Tank Command
90% matchMixed64% of 298 reviews2006
Dev: Crazy HousePub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 62.5 hrs≥1hr: 26%
The most devastating mechanized armor to ever roll onto a battlefield is brought to life in Iron Warriors: T72-Tank Command.
Why similar: Cold War 42.3% ★, Military 26.1%, Simulation 16.7%, War 7.3%, Action 4.2%
- #13 Tiny Combat Arena
89% matchVery Positive82% of 1,564 reviews2022
Dev: Why485Pub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Tiny Combat Arena is an approachable combat flight simulator sporting a stylized look and various game modes. Dogfight your way in the Arena and in Quick Action or craft your own scenarios and take part in a vast war with objectives and friendly armies to support.
Why similar: Cold War 29.2% ★, Flight 24.2%, Military 12.2%, Simulation 9.4%, War 7.6%
- #14 F-22: Air Dominance Fighter
87% matchVery Positive91% of 131 reviews2026
Dev: Digital Image Design Ltd.Pub: MicroProse Software
Windows
A legendary golden age flight sim. The perfect balance between realism and arcade with retro glidecore graphics.
Why similar: Flight 26.6%, Military 18.5%, Simulation 15.7%, Cold War 15.3% ★, Stealth 14%
- #15 F-117A Stealth Fighter (NES edition)
88% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: MicroProse Software, Inc.Pub: Atari
Windows
Strap yourself into the cockpit of the world's most elite fighting weapon!
Why similar: Simulation 49.4%, Flight 28.6%, Stealth 14.9%, Retro 7.1%
- #16 Tornado
86% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: Digital IntegrationPub: Interplay Entertainment Corp.
Windows · Mac · Linux
200 feet. 600 knots. Adrenaline off the scale.
Why similar: Flight 32%, Military 21.6%, Simulation 14.2%, Historical 9.2%, War 8.9%
- #17 Gunship + Gunship 2000
86% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: MicroProse Software
Windows
In Gunship, climb into the cockpit of America's most advanced helicopter. Race low and deadly over the treetops at 200m.p.h. and deliver a powerful punch against the enemy! In Gunship 2000, you'll take charge of five copters on hundreds of combat missions in the Persian Gulf and Central Europe.
Why similar: Flight 31.5%, Military 21.5%, War 13.6%, Simulation 12.8%, America 7.3% ★
- #18 Hijong Park's Defender Patrol
84% matchVery Positive99% of 71 reviews2025
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Hijong Park's Defender Patrol is a small, low-poly helicopter combat flight simulator featuring simple but fully interactable cockpit system, playable in both the monitor and Virtual-reality.
Why similar: Cold War 30.7% ★, Flight 28.7%, Military 15.3%, War 9.9%, Simulation 7.5%
- #19 The Ancient Art of War in the Skies
85% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: MicroprosePub: Atari
Windows
Take command of WWII air campaigns in this classic strategy game. Manage your squadrons, set goals, plan routes on the overhead tactical map, and then head into the cockpit for side-scrolling dogfights, squadron-to-squadron battles, and eagle-eye bombing runs.
Why similar: Flight 32.1%, Simulation 20.8%, Military 14.8%, Historical 11.2%, War 8.6%
- #20 Island Defender Jets
84% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: ArticlesByAPhysicist
Windows
Island Defender Jets is a simple and easy-to-pick-up combat flight simulator where you have to destroy enemy ships, tanks and cruise missiles to protect your island, particularly the airports on it. Fuel, missiles and planes are limited, so use them wisely.
Why similar: Flight 36.1%, Cold War 27.3% ★, Simulation 17.3%, War 8.9%, Action 5.3%
- #21 Gunship Origins
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jammin GamesPub: MicroProse Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fly combat helicopters solo or co-op multiplayer in the AH-64 Apache, OH-58 Kiowa Warrior, and UH-60 Blackhawk. Dynamic missions including search and destroy, rescue, and more. Pilot progression: get promoted and earn awards. Windows, Mac, Linux, and Steam Deck support.
Why similar: Flight 28.1%, Military 20.1%, Cold War 16.3% ★, Simulation 15.8%, War 10%
- #22 Super Huey™ 1 & 2 Airdrop
82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: CosmiPub: Ziggurat
Windows
In 1985, Cosmi stunned the gaming world with the first helicopter flight simulator for the Commodore 64, then followed it up with an amazing sequel. Now, the original groundbreaking series returns together in one package! Pilot an experimental helicopter in these groundbreaking 8-bit sims.
Why similar: Flight 35.5%, Simulation 18.1%, Historical 10.5%, Retro 10%, War 10%
- #23 F/A-18E Super Hornet
82% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Digital IntergrationPub: Interplay Entertainment Corp.
Windows
Welcome to the world of the most lethal, high performance multi-role strike-fighter ever designed - a plane so classified and so advanced that before today only the U.S Navy's elite pilots have ever flown it. Now it's your turn...
Why similar: Flight 33.3%, Military 23.4%, Simulation 22.2%, War 8.8%, Action 8.1%
- #24 Low Level Hunters
81% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Low Level Hunters is a low-poly, cold war era helicopter combat flight simulator. Pilot Cobra attack helicopter, Huey II utility helicopter, or MD-500 Defender by directly interacting with switches and control devices using mouse, joysticks, and VR controllers to defeat ruthless rebels!
Why similar: Cold War 34.4% ★, Flight 29.8%, Military 17.8%, Simulation 7.7%, Action 3%
- #25 Air Warrior II
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KesmaiPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Take command of over 35 aircraft in Air Warrior II across 300 missions from WWI, WWII, and Korea. Experience intense dogfighting and challenge advanced AI in historical campaigns like the Battle of Britain or B17 bombing raids over Europe. An exhilarating flight simulation awaits!
Why similar: Flight 32.1%, Simulation 18.7%, Military 14.6%, Historical 10.3%, War 9.3%
- #26 Harrier Jump Jet
79% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: MIcroprosePub: Atari
Windows
The classic flight sim from Sid Meier and Microprose. Harrier Jump Jet allows players to pilot one of the most unique fighter jets ever made in three challenging, “what-if” scenarios.
Why similar: Flight 40.3%, Simulation 24.4%, Military 17.9%, 1980s 9.2%, Combat 4.2%
- #27 DCS World Steam Edition
79% matchVery Positive85% of 40,650 reviews2013
Dev: Eagle Dynamics SA
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 47.9 hrs≥1hr: 50%
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 44.2%, Military 23.7%, Simulation 17.6%, War 11.5%, Action 1.5%
- #28 Squadron: Sky Guardians
80% matchMostly Negative38% of 13 reviews2017
Dev: RSK EntertainmentPub: Strategy First
Windows
The game is the story of three Iranian Air Force pilots combatting the enemy as part of simulated operations at three different time periods. The exact coordinates of all simulated settings and combats are accessible through aerial maps. In addition, the entire game setting has been designed using satellite maps.
Why similar: Simulation 42.7%, Flight 42.2%, Action 15.1%
- #29 Combat Wings
78% matchMostly Positive74% of 88 reviews2020
Dev: City Interactive S.A.
Windows
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 35.6%, Flight 33.6%, Military 18.5%, Action 11.8%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #30 Air Warrior III
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KesmaiPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Air Warrior III is a high-intensity WWII flight simulation featuring over 450 missions, 6 new campaigns, and 4 iconic Pacific planes. With stunning 3D graphics and enhanced AI, it delivers the ultimate dogfighting experience for fans of aerial combat.
Why similar: Flight 32.1%, Simulation 18.5%, Military 14.8%, Historical 10.4%, War 9.5%
- #31 Steel Thunder
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Accolade, IncPub: Ziggurat
Windows
Lead an elite tank crew in one of four frontline U.S. tanks of the Cold War era, including the M60A3, M48A5 Patton, M3 Bradley CFV, and the devastating M1A1 Abrams. Assume the roles of Commander, Driver, and Gunner in an indomitable war machine that rolls out of the west like steel thunder.
Why similar: Cold War 31.5% ★, Military 21.4%, Simulation 15.1%, War 9.3%, America 7.9% ★
- #32 Outrange Strike
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NAV Games
Windows
Outrange Strike is a realistic physics-based aerial shooter. Pilot a fighter jet, engage in aerial combat, and support your allies! Control your fighter's energy and AOA, determine missile range, and use decoys to evade missiles.
Why similar: Flight 49.9%, Simulation 17%, Military 13.1%, War 11.2%, Action 5.6%
- #33 Armored Brigade
76% matchVery Positive89% of 361 reviews2019
Dev: Veitikka StudiosPub: Matrix Games
Windows
Armored Brigade is a real-time tactical wargame, focusing on realism and playability. In Armored Brigade the Cold War has turned hot, and Europe is once again torn apart by conflict. An "Iron Curtain" divides the Western Powers gathered together under the NATO banner from the Soviet Union
Why similar: Simulation 44%, Cold War 38.3% ★, Military 17.7%
- #34 European Air War
75% matchVery Positive86% of 64 reviews2022
Dev: MicroProse Software
Windows
Take to the skies over Europe during the most dangerous days of World War II.
Why similar: Flight 48.2%, Simulation 26.8%, Retro 9.2%, War 8.4%, Combat 6.8%
- #35 Men of Valor
76% matchMixed68% of 755 reviews2016
Dev: 2015Pub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Vietnam, 1965. You are Dean Shepard, a "cherry" to the 'Nam with zero war experience other than standard boot camp training at Parris Island, SC. Along with your platoon, you will fight the NVA and the Vietcong in true historic locales and battles.
Why similar: Cold War 38.7% ★, War 19.8%, Military 18.7%, Historical 9.9%, Action 8.2%
- #36 Afterconflict
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MicroProse Software
Windows
A brutal tactical FPS focusing on unflinching realism and equipment accuracy, set during the twilight days of what was once the Cold War.
Why similar: Cold War 35% ★, Simulation 24.2%, Military 19.4%, War 12.7%, Action 8.8%
- #37 Falcon 4.0
75% matchVery Positive84% of 302 reviews2016
Dev: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Falcon 4.0 breaks the sight-and-sound barrier with its cutting-edge graphics, realism, dynamic campaigns and multiplayer gameplay.
Why similar: Flight 32.1%, Military 23%, War 12.8%, Simulation 12.2%, Retro 6.3%
- #38 Last Drone War
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Andrii Volkov
Windows
You lose the war! Pilot FPV drones, helicopters, and fighter jets to unleash devastating firepower - and become a true ACE of modern warfare.
Why similar: Flight 30.1%, Cold War 21.1% ★, Military 19.6%, War 14%, Simulation 8%
- #39 Blue Sky Aces
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Curious Dog Games
Windows
A retro inspired, stylized world war 1 flight simulator that puts you in control of some of the worlds first war planes. Zoom above the trenches as you engage the enemy in fierce close range dogfights, where any moment could be your last.
Why similar: Flight 38%, Military 25%, War 15.4%, Simulation 13%, Retro 3.6%
- #40 HIND
71% match6 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Digital IntegrationPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Experience a rush of adrenaline by climbing into the cockpit of the Mi-24 Hind, the most highly armored, heavily armed, and fiercest helicopter gunship of the Eastern Bloc. Experience sets of missions including troop deployment, troop drops, and pickups based on actual Russian army activity.
Why similar: Flight 34.3%, Military 16.3%, Historical 13.8%, Simulation 11.5%, War 10.1%
- #41 Falcon
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2016
Dev: Sphere, Inc.Pub: MicroProse Software
Windows
When you climb into the cockpit of the F-16 Fighting Falcon, get set for the "flight of your life" as the powerful FALCON F-16 takes you streaking across the sky at Mach 2.
Why similar: Flight 36.2%, Military 19.1%, Simulation 14%, Retro 8.8%, 1980s 8.5%
- #42 Sky Combat: WWII Warplane Races
72% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Hard Shark Games
Windows
Sky Combat is a fast-paced WWII aviation game where you race to the finish in iconic fighter planes. Use powerups like machine guns, missiles, and boosters to outmaneuver opponents in thrilling air battles. Speed and strategy will decide the winner!
Why similar: Cold War 31.4% ★, Flight 25.3%, Military 14.3%, Historical 9.7%, War 7.9%
- #43 Project Wingman
70% matchVery Positive94% of 21,846 reviews2020
Dev: Sector D2
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Project Wingman is a flight action game that lets you take the seat of advanced fighter jets and become a true ace. Fight in various missions and gamemodes ranging from intense aerial dogfights to large scale ground assault in an alternate scorched earth setting.
Why similar: Flight 49.8%, Military 21%, War 14.8%, Simulation 7.7%, Action 4.4%
- #44 Cold War
72% matchMixed70% of 297 reviews2014
Dev: Mindware StudiosPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Steal weapons. Improvise gadgets. Evade capture. Uncover the conspiracy.The Story:On the run and fighting for your life, you are freelance journalist Matt Carter. Twelve hours after arriving in Moscow for a routine story, you've been stripped of all possessions, beaten unconscious and thrown into the KGB's political prison.
Why similar: Cold War 53.6% ★, Stealth 36.7%, Action 9.7%
- #45 Air Missions: HIND
71% matchMostly Positive80% of 626 reviews2017
Dev: 3Division
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 57%
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 49.3%, Military 25.1%, Simulation 20.2%, Action 5.1%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #46 METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER
67% matchVery Positive84% of 18,153 reviews2025
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A remake of the 2004 game METAL GEAR SOLID 3: SNAKE EATER, with the same gripping story and engrossing world, now with all new graphics and 3D audio that enhance the jungle atmosphere. Get ready for the ultimate survival stealth action experience.
Why similar: Cold War 39.9% ★, Stealth 27.2%, Military 19.3%, War 8.8%, Action 4.2%
- #47 IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946
71% matchVery Positive87% of 3,191 reviews2008
Dev: 1C: Maddox GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 47%
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 49.4%, Simulation 22.4%, Military 16%, Historical 8.6%, War 2.4%
- #48 Supermaneuver
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gabriel Solon
Windows
Retro flightcade action; dogfight in the past's future with next generation aircraft over a war-torn country as a privateer combat pilot. Choose a path, fight a war, and immerse yourself in the world of 20XX.
Why similar: Flight 34.9%, Military 24.8%, War 16.6%, Simulation 7.9%, Action 3.8%
- #49 FPV Kamikaze Drone
68% matchVery Positive88% of 12,475 reviews2023
Dev: HFM Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
FPV Kamikaze Drone is a tactical game focused on FPV drones in modern warfare. Control drones in first-person in single-player and co-op, and in multiplayer play as a third-person soldier who finds and uses FPV drones during combat.
Why similar: War 27.8%, Simulation 26%, Flight 19.7%, Action 7.5%, Military 7.2%
- #50 Falcon Gold
70% matchPositive80% of 40 reviews2016
Dev: Sphere, Inc.Pub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Falcon Gold is the complete collection of updated versions of Falcon 3.0, MiG-29, Operation: Fighting Tiger and Art of the Kill dogfighting video.
Why similar: Flight 33%, Military 18.1%, Simulation 12.9%, War 11.6%, Retro 8%
- #51 Apache Longbow
68% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Digital IntegrationPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Apache Longbow was awarded Best Simulation of 1995. This flight simulation game allowed players to pilot the AH-64 Apache helicopter, featuring realistic graphics and engaging gameplay. It set a high standard for flight simulators of its time, combining strategic elements with intense aerial combat.
Why similar: Flight 39.5%, Simulation 25.3%, War 14.1%, Action 9.3%, 1990's 6.5%
- #52 Fly Hard
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Games by Clu
Windows
FLY LOW. FLY FAST. FLY HARD.Jump in the hot seat and get ready for an action-packed roguelike fighter jet thrill ride. Unlock weapons and upgrades to push your aircraft to the limit as you fight through an endless onslaught of enemy aircraft.
Why similar: Flight 37.6%, Military 26.6%, War 17.1%, Simulation 11.7%, Action 4.2%
- #53 Comanche
69% matchMixed55% of 390 reviews2021
Dev: NUKKLEARPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Comanche is a modern helicopter shooter set in an alternative future. Fight in the evolving singleplayer campaign, or master your skills in Conflicts missions.
Why similar: Simulation 31.3%, Flight 26.5%, Military 18.7%, War 11.1%, Action 10.2%
- #54 Aces of Thunder
67% matchMixed58% of 1,160 reviews2026
Dev: Gaijin EntertainmentPub: Gaijin Network Ltd
Windows
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 32.4%, Military 17.7%, Simulation 13%, Historical 12.4%, War 10.8%
- #55 ARMA: Cold War Assault
68% matchMostly Positive80% of 6,262 reviews2011
Dev: Bohemia Interactive
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 28.0 hrs≥1hr: 26%
Bohemia Interactive's debut game published by Codemasters as Operation Flashpoint in 2001, became genre-defining combat military simulation and the No. 1 bestselling PC game around the world and has won many international awards, including “Game of The Year” and “Best Action Game”. Over 2 million copies have been sold since its release.
Why similar: Cold War 37.9% ★, Military 25.7%, Simulation 19.1%, War 9.8%, Action 5.2%
- #56 Air Attack 3.0, Aerial Firefighting Game
69% match8 user reviews13% of 8 reviews2019
Dev: ATC Flight Simulator
Windows
Experience the challenge of battling raging wildland fires from the air, from the makers of the flight simulators used to train real air attack pilots.
Why similar: Flight 58.3%, Simulation 37.8%, Action 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #57 B-17 Squadron
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Big Cheese Studio
Windows
Take control of a B-17 in a realistic bomber simulator. Destroy key targets by dropping tons of bombs on them. Command each member of the crew and feel their stress and tension. Take part in the historical campaign across occupied Europe.
Why similar: Simulation 28.7%, Military 27.6%, War 22.3%, Historical 12.2%, Action 8.6%
- #58 Metal Thunder
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 561 reviews2024
Dev: Dumbbell Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 20.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Command the legendary gunship in a high-octane action-roguelite! Engage insurgents with devastating firepower in ever-changing missions. Upgrade your arsenal, adapt to dynamic challenges, and survive relentless waves of enemies. Every run offers new tactics and chaos as you dominate the skies.
Why similar: Cold War 31.2% ★, Flight 26%, Military 19.2%, War 10.8%, Simulation 8.6%
- #59 Thunder Helix
65% matchVery Positive97% of 129 reviews2024
Dev: David Walters
Windows
Pilot deadly helicopter gunships, battle enemy forces and complete dangerous missions within a thrilling desert warzone!
Why similar: Flight 52.4%, Simulation 30%, 1990's 9.8%, Action 7.7%