Games Like Project Wingman

Become an ace pilot and soar through photorealistic skies with full 360 degree movement; down enemy aircraft and experience the thrill of engaging in realistic sorties! Aerial combat has never looked or felt better!

Why similar: Flight 48.2%, Military 11.8%, War 10.4%, Great Soundtrack 6.9%, VR 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: As the primary inspiration for Project Wingman, this title offers the quintessential arcade-flight experience with cinematic storytelling and intense aerial combat.

VTOL VR is a near-futuristic combat flight game built for Virtual Reality. Pilot advanced multi-role jets, using your hands to flip switches, press buttons, and manipulate the virtual flight controls.

Why similar: Flight 49.4%, Military 14.2%, VR 14%, War 11.9%, Simulation 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a highly immersive, tactile flight combat experience specifically designed for VR that bridges the gap between arcade accessibility and realistic systems.

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 41.4%, Military 18.7%, War 17.2%, Arcade 6%, Simulation 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the modern, high-tech military aesthetic of Project Wingman with a focus on large-scale, fast-paced aerial and ground warfare.

Sky Rogue is a fwooshy rogue-lite action flight simulator! Blow things up over land, sea, and air, on an infinite number of procedurally-generated islands. Go toe-to-toe with enemy aces or assault giant flying aircraft carriers, but watch out for volleys of missiles; when you die, you're dead.

Why similar: Flight 69.4%, Military 14.3%, Arcade 6%, Simulation 3.5%, Action 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: This roguelite flight game mirrors the arcade-style dogfighting and high-speed action of the seed game in a stylized, accessible package.

Master the art of starfighter combat in the authentic piloting experience STAR WARS™: Squadrons. Feel the adrenaline of first-person multiplayer space dogfights alongside your squadron, and buckle up in a thrilling STAR WARS™ story.

Why similar: Flight 65.4%, VR 16.4%, Sci-fi 4.6%, Action 3.4%, Simulation 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a polished, cinematic flight combat experience that emphasizes dogfighting maneuvers and team-based objectives in a sci-fi setting.

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: Flight 59.4%, Military 18.2%, War 15.2%, Simulation 5.7%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a stylized, accessible approach to flight combat that focuses on the pure joy of dogfighting and mission-based action.

Jet Lancer is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you duel enemy aviators, hunt giant robots, and defy death at supersonic speeds as you evolve from an unknown rookie aviator into a once-in-a-generation ACE pilot.

Why similar: Flight 52.6%, Great Soundtrack 19.3%, Arcade 7.4%, Action 6.3%, Shooter 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: While presented in 2D, this game perfectly captures the high-speed, high-intensity aerial combat and boss-fight adrenaline found in Project Wingman.

Red Wings: Aces of the Sky is an arcade action game that puts you in the middle of WWI aerial battles. Accompany the legendary Red Baron and cheat death on your way to victory!

Why similar: Flight 25.6%, Military 16.8%, War 13.1%, Arcade 6.4%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: This arcade-style shooter focuses on the historical dogfights of WWI, offering accessible flight controls and a vibrant, comic-book art style.

Take control of Nara on a quest to destroy the dark cult that created her. Unlock devastating weapons & mind-bending abilities in an evolution of the space-combat shooter. Along with Forsaken, her sentient starfighter, explore ancient temples, engage in zero-g combat & venture beyond waking reality.

Why similar: Flight 48%, Action 20.2%, Shooter 8%, Indie 7.7%, Sci-fi 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: This space-combat game features fluid, arcade-style flight mechanics and a dramatic narrative that feels very similar to the tone of Project Wingman.

Battle for survival in the skies of a mysterious future Earth in this unique action-strategy game mixing arcade combat, exploration, management and diplomacy. As giant flying ships wage spectacular aerial warfare, a prophecy tells of one who will save the world – could it be you?

Why similar: Military 55.2%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Simulation 10.7%, Action 10.7%, Indie 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: While more tactical, its post-apocalyptic, scorched-earth aesthetic and brutal military atmosphere resonate strongly with the world-building of Project Wingman.

EVERSPACE 2 is a fast-paced single-player spaceship shooter with exploration in space and on planets, tons of loot, RPG elements, mining, and crafting. Experience an exciting sci-fi story set in a vivid, handcrafted open world full of secrets, puzzles, and perils.

Why similar: Flight 59.3%, Shooter 10.2%, Story Rich 6.1%, Action 6%, Sci-fi 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It combines fast-paced, arcade-style space combat with deep exploration and RPG elements, appealing to fans of high-speed aerial maneuvering.

House of the Dying Sun is a tactical space shooter that puts you in the cockpit of the universe's most terrifying starfighter. Hunt the enemies of the Empire and bring ruin to their people.

Why similar: Flight 38.9%, VR 23%, Action 8.2%, Simulation 7.3%, Great Soundtrack 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a tight, high-intensity space combat experience that emphasizes quick reflexes and tactical positioning during dogfights.

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: Flight 50.4%, VR 14.9%, Military 11.6%, War 11.2%, Simulation 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A great VR-compatible arcade flight game that focuses on the visceral experience of early aerial combat and dogfighting.

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 64.9%, VR 11.2%, War 7.3%, Military 6.5%, Simulation 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: While leaning toward simulation, it offers a highly detailed and immersive flight experience that appeals to those who enjoy the technical side of aerial warfare.

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 43.1%, VR 14.5%, Military 14.4%, War 11.7%, Simulation 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated VR flight combat game that emphasizes the thrill of dogfighting and cinematic aerial engagements.

Vector Thrust is a fast-paced single and mulltiplayer combat flight game, using a unique cel shaded art style. The game features 260 fully playable aircraft (through various iterations of over 45 aircraft models).

Why similar: Flight 71.5%, Action 8.6%, Simulation 8.3%, Arcade 6.9%, Indie 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a cel-shaded aesthetic and arcade-focused flight mechanics that directly mirror the gameplay loop of classic aerial combat titles.

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: Flight 43.8%, Military 13.7%, War 13.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Arcade 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on WWII-era aerial combat with a mission-based structure that emphasizes action and narrative progression.

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 77%, Action 7.3%, Simulation 6.9%, Arcade 6%, Indie 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, action-oriented flight game that prioritizes accessible dogfighting and mission variety over complex simulation.

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 61.8%, Military 19.2%, Simulation 6.3%, Action 4.6%, Shooter 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique perspective on military flight by focusing on helicopter combat, providing a different but equally intense action experience.

Rotary-wing aviation and helicopter combat with a dynamic battlefield and the support of ground forces. Appreciated for MMO elements and an addictive gameplay loop. Use tactics and make strategic decisions or fly around and shoot in historically accurate maps.

Why similar: Flight 42.5%, Military 20.2%, War 15.4%, Arcade 6%, Simulation 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique take on military flight by focusing on helicopter support and ground-attack missions in a variety of combat scenarios.

Rain hell on the enemy from 12,000 feet in an AC-130 Gunship. Project Gunship provides an authentic and historical simulation of combat in all gunship variants from Vietnam to present day.

Why similar: Military 32.5%, War 26.3%, Flight 16.5%, Simulation 7.4%, Shooter 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the immersive experience of operating a gunship, providing a different but satisfying military combat loop.

Soar through the skies and rise above every challenge to earn your place among the elite. Engage in intense aerial combat to dominate the battlefield with powerful weapons. Experience a breathtaking campaign filled with high-stakes missions, hard choices, and deep squad connections.

Why similar: Flight 49.6%, Military 15.3%, War 10.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%, Shooter 4.7%

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: Flight 49.1%, Military 21.6%, Arcade 6.9%, Shooter 5.3%, Third Person 4%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play arcade flight game that emphasizes team-based aerial combat and progression through various historical aircraft.

Korea. IL-2 Series is a next-generation flight simulator set during the Korean War. Climb into the cockpit of early jet fighters and shape the outcome of legendary aerial battles.

Why similar: Flight 49%, Military 16%, VR 11.6%, War 11.4%, Action 3.3%

Take to the skies in this fast paced, arcade aerial combat game featuring arena style gameplay. Fly solo in single player or compete against other players in online multiplayer modes.

Why similar: Flight 66.8%, Action 15.3%, Arcade 9.5%, Indie 7.6%, Multiplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade-style aerial combat game that focuses on fast-paced, multiplayer-oriented dogfights.

Master the art of modern air combat. Fly high performance fighter jets in intense dogfights with realistic flight and weapon physics. Duel against challenging AI opponents or compete with other players online. VR only!

Why similar: Flight 58.3%, VR 19.1%, Military 9.6%, Simulation 6.4%, Action 5.2%

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: Flight 42.6%, Military 18.4%, War 16.3%, Arcade 5.2%, Action 4.3%

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: Flight 57.4%, War 11.2%, Simulation 7.6%, Action 6.5%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game blends flight mechanics with historical narrative, focusing on the experience of pilots during a pivotal air campaign.

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: Flight 47.2%, War 15.3%, Military 9.9%, Simulation 6.3%, Arcade 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a balanced experience between flight simulation and arcade action, set against the backdrop of historical WWII air battles.

A fun, addicting & high-adrenaline dog-fighting 'sim-lite' horde-mode game. Worlds At War thrusts the player into the aftermath of an alien invasion. A multi-national ragtag group of surviving fighter pilots and crew man a small carrier-group, roaming the oceans, trying to survive against all odds.

Why similar: Flight 30.8%, VR 23.3%, War 16.9%, Simulation 8%, Action 8%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a sandbox-style flight combat experience that supports both traditional monitors and VR for added immersion.

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 51.3%, Military 16.8%, War 10.9%, VR 8.6%, Simulation 5.1%

Strike Suit Infinity is a frantic high score chaser set in the Strike Suit Zero universe. Your skill is the only thing that matters and whatever combat experience you've had so far is irrelevant. There is no end to the enemies you'll face. There is no winning. There is only the fight for survival.

Why similar: Flight 35.5%, Action 14.9%, Arcade 12.5%, Great Soundtrack 11.6%, Sci-fi 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A wave-based arcade shooter that focuses on pure combat intensity and high-speed maneuvering in space.

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: Flight 46.5%, VR 14.2%, Military 12.5%, War 12.5%, Simulation 6.2%

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: Flight 62.7%, Military 9.9%, Great Soundtrack 7%, Arcade 4.7%, Shooter 4.2%

CLEARED HOT is a nostalgic helicopter shooter with satisfying physics and light tactical elements. Shoot, dodge, move your squad around the battlefield, and pick up almost anything with your rope and magnet.

Why similar: Flight 58.6%, Military 20.1%, War 11.2%, Action 4.3%, Shooter 4%

Your daily dose of air combat. Super easy to pick up, minimum requirements and vibrant visuals. Setup your aircraft and jump into action!

Why similar: Flight 49.2%, Military 18.2%, War 9.4%, Arcade 5.6%, Shooter 4.4%

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: Flight 44%, War 16.3%, VR 13.2%, Military 6.2%, Simulation 5.1%

The skies are aflame and the seas will overflow with wreckage in Vlambeer’s stylish arcade shooter LUFTRAUSERS! Take to the skies in customized fighter planes to battle battleships, submarines, and rival aces for glory, honor, and high scores.

Why similar: Flight 33.4%, Great Soundtrack 29%, Arcade 15.5%, Action 8.3%, Shooter 5.6%

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: Flight 78.7%, War 7.2%, Action 4.4%, Simulation 3%, Shooter 2.6%

Ultra-Realistic Flight Simulation

Why similar: Flight 56.7%, VR 15.7%, Military 15.1%, Simulation 5.6%, Realistic 3.3%

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

Why similar: Flight 46.1%, Military 20.2%, War 14.9%, VR 5.2%, Simulation 4.4%

Welcome back to Ultrawings, Pilot! Take to the skies using your virtual hands to fly 5 unique aircraft as you complete a diverse set of engaging, hand-crafted missions across an island-themed world in this made-for-VR, aerial-themed, action-adventure game!

Why similar: Flight 43.7%, Military 19.3%, War 17.2%, VR 14.3%, Simulation 4.1%

Red Wings: American Aces is a thrilling warplane arcade shooter with online and local multiplayer modes. Whiz and swish through vibrant comic book-style skies solo or with friends and win the day!

Why similar: Flight 48%, Military 17.9%, War 13.6%, Arcade 8.2%, Shooter 6.1%

Embark on an exhilarating journey through history with Dogfight Elite. Commandeer the cockpit of a warplane, spearhead a tank into battle, or bravely face the enemy on foot as a resilient soldier. The battlefield has never felt this real and the stakes this high.

Why similar: Flight 52.4%, VR 15.9%, Arcade 7.2%, Shooter 5.8%, Action 5%

Feel the power of flying the AV8B Harrier II. A middle ground flight and naval combat simulator with mission planner & fully dynamic open ended campaign. Showstopping VR.

Why similar: Flight 40.2%, Military 17%, War 14.8%, VR 12.7%, Shooter 4.1%

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 73.1%, Simulation 7.7%, War 5.4%, Military 5.3%, VR 2.4%

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: Flight 48.8%, Military 15.8%, War 13.8%, VR 8.4%, Shooter 3.7%

From gliders and helicopters to wide-body jets, fly highly detailed and accurate aircraft in the Microsoft Flight Simulator 40th Anniversary Edition. The world is at your fingertips.

Why similar: Flight 68.8%, VR 14.9%, Simulation 6.7%, Epic 4.2% ★, Realistic 3.3%

The Director's Cut of Strike Suit Zero delivers the ultimate version with a graphical overhaul, restructured campaign and all its DLC. Pilot the mecha Strike Suit across massive fleet battles where your dogfighting skills will decide Earth's fate.

Why similar: Flight 50.6%, Great Soundtrack 15.9%, Action 13.1%, Sci-fi 9%, Shooter 4%

Spaceflight action for the new age! Push your piloting skills to the ultimate test, blast and burn your way through swarms of starfighters, merciless armadas and colossal behemoths in an epic roguelike campaign that spans the cosmos. Easy to learn, tricky to master, and impossible to put down.

Why similar: Flight 53.3%, Military 13.8%, Arcade 7.6%, Shooter 6.1%, Great Soundtrack 4.9%

Project Nimbus is a high speed mech action game set in a post apocalyptic world. Players control 'Battle Frames' - humanoid battle suits armed with an arsenal of weapons.

Why similar: Flight 42.3%, Action 30%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Indie 12.3%, Singleplayer 1.9%

IRON NEST is a brutal dieselpunk heavy-artillery game where you dominate the battlefield through a colossal war machine. Take map measurements based on the received coordinates, strain the hydraulics, and gunlay the cannons to unleash devastating blows ⟹ Will you obey High Command, Operator?

Why similar: Military 41.6%, War 31.6%, Simulation 8.1%, Action 5.6%, Realistic 5.5%

A flight-based action game designed to be easy to pick up and enjoy right away, and be playable over short timeframes. Make use of a range of weapons and achieve dangerously high levels of mobility by disabling your Alpha Limiter to spear your way through waves of enemy attacks.

Why similar: Flight 43.9%, Military 18.6%, War 17.1%, Arcade 6.1%, Shooter 4.6%

Realistic Ukrainian FPV combat drone simulator built with frontline pilots. Train like a real pilot: fight through enemy jamming, watch your battery, find armor weak spots, and finish the strike before the signal dies. Supports RadioMaster, DJI FPV, TBS and gamepads. Online co-op, mission editor.

Why similar: Flight 46%, Military 19.6%, War 16.8%, Simulation 5.6%, Action 4.1%

Air Guardians is a flight combat game set in the distant future. A world government is attempting to seal their grip on power, and an air force of advanced fighter craft is called upon to fight them. Fly through several different levels, with cut scenes between missions and in game narration.

Why similar: Flight 63.2%, Simulation 14.2%, Action 10.8%, Sci-fi 6.5%, Indie 5.3%

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: Flight 81.2%, Simulation 8.5%, Arcade 3.6%, Action 3.5%, Shooter 2.6%

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

Why similar: Flight 78.2%, Simulation 11.2%, Action 8.4%, Indie 2.2%