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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 54%, Simulation 18%, World War II 9.5% ★, Historical 7.4%, Multiplayer 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: Widely considered a gold standard in the genre, it offers an unparalleled depth of historical aircraft and combat scenarios.

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 54.1%, Simulation 16.6%, Multiplayer 10%, Military 5.4%, War 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: The pinnacle of modern combat flight simulation, providing unmatched realism in cockpit interaction and flight physics.

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 39.4%, Simulation 13.6%, Historical 12.2%, World War II 9.6% ★, Multiplayer 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-fidelity simulation focused on the Battle of Britain with a sophisticated flight model and detailed damage systems.

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: World War I 45.3% ★, Flight 35.9%, Simulation 10.4%, War 2.5%, Military 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: An excellent VR-focused title that captures the visceral intensity of WWI dogfighting with accessible yet engaging mechanics.

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: World War I 59.9% ★, Flight 36.1%, Action 1.6%, War 1.4%, Shooter 1%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an accessible WWI aerial combat experience with a strong focus on campaign progression and historical atmosphere.

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: World War I 51.8% ★, Flight 31.4%, Historical 8.3%, Realistic 3.3%, War 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A unique hybrid that combines WWI flight simulation with strategic, turn-based campaign management.

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 42.1%, Simulation 16.5%, Historical 14%, World War II 9.7% ★, War 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: Balances realistic flight physics with cinematic, high-stakes aerial combat scenarios set during WWII.

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: Flight 53.9%, Simulation 20.5%, World War II 19.3% ★, Massively Multiplayer 4.9%, VR 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: A long-standing, multiplayer-focused combat flight simulator that emphasizes large-scale historical aerial warfare.

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 55.2%, Simulation 11.8%, Multiplayer 6.7%, Jet 6.1% ★, Military 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an incredibly immersive, high-fidelity cockpit experience designed specifically for virtual reality flight enthusiasts.

The future of flight simulation is now! X-Plane 11 is the detailed, realistic, and modern simulator you’ve been waiting for. Intuitive user interface, 3-D cockpits, new effects, 3-D sound, living airports and world-wide scenery.

Why similar: Flight 64.6%, Simulation 19.2%, Multiplayer 8.2%, Realistic 4.4%, VR 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: Renowned for its professional-grade flight dynamics and highly realistic aerodynamic modeling.

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 66.3%, Simulation 8.4%, Jet 6.6% ★, War 5.4%, Military 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers high-octane, arcade-leaning dogfighting action with a focus on intense aerial combat and spectacle.

Fly near-future aircraft with immersive physics on intense battlefields, facing land, air and sea threats. Wage war against AI or other players with an array of potent weapons. Wield tactical and strategic nuclear weapons, capable of annihilating anything in their path.

Why similar: Flight 51.9%, Simulation 13.4%, Multiplayer 12%, Military 6.1%, War 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern combat flight sim that emphasizes realistic physics and tactical engagement in a near-future setting.

War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.

Why similar: Flight 40.6%, Simulation 16.3%, World War II 10.1% ★, Multiplayer 9.7%, War 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features a massive roster of historical aircraft with a flexible range of flight models from arcade to full simulator.

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 49.8%, Multiplayer 11.9%, Simulation 11.4%, Military 6.9%, War 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical helicopter combat, sharing the simulation-heavy DNA and historical depth of traditional flight games.

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 61.7%, Historical 7%, World War II 7% ★, Simulation 6%, Multiplayer 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, persistent-world simulation that integrates historical flight combat into a larger theater of war.

A FPS WW1 & Revolutionary War battle simulator with a focus on Workshop Content, rag-doll physics, intelligent AI, massive battles, procedural AI cover system, real-time building system and FPS combat!

Why similar: World War I 63.2% ★, Historical 12.6%, Simulation 10.6%, War 6.5%, Realistic 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines WWI infantry combat with flight elements in a sandbox environment that emphasizes the scale of the Great War.

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 65.1%, Simulation 19.6%, World War II 12% ★, Action 1.2%, Shooter 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade-style flight game that captures the intensity of WWII dogfights with simple, pick-up-and-play controls.

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: Flight 59.1%, Simulation 24.4%, World War II 13% ★, Action 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a cinematic, historical approach to WWII carrier-based aviation with a focus on mission-based gameplay.

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: Flight 58.4%, Simulation 24.1%, World War II 13.6% ★, Action 3.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: An accessible, mission-based flight experience that covers various historical conflicts with a focus on action.

Battle of Empires: 1914-1918 is a story-driven RTS that brings to life some of the most brutal battles of the Great War. Each mission showcases the era’s most devastating weaponry — sabotage, stealth, trench warfare, gas attacks, artillery, and mobile infantry. BoE delivers the full WWI experience.

Why similar: World War I 65% ★, Historical 12%, Multiplayer 6.1%, Simulation 5.6%, War 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep tactical look at the WWI theater, offering a different perspective on the same historical era.

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 70.7%, Simulation 17.9%, World War II 8.5% ★, Action 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A visually impressive flight game that leans into arcade mechanics while maintaining a strong WWII theme.

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 45.4%, Simulation 13.5%, Historical 12.2%, World War II 7.3% ★, Military 4%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated VR flight combat game that emphasizes realistic dogfighting mechanics and immersive cockpit control.

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: World War I 47.7% ★, Flight 33.1%, Simulation 8.8%, Realistic 2.8%, Massively Multiplayer 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A lightweight, accessible flight simulator with a focus on historical dogfights and multiplayer interaction.

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: Flight 58.6%, Simulation 21.8%, World War II 12.6% ★, Multiplayer 5.8%, Action 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the historical intensity of the Battle of Britain with a straightforward, action-oriented flight model.

A fast paced multiplayer dogfighting game that focuses on creative weapons and game mechanics that reward skillful flying.

Why similar: Flight 81.1%, Multiplayer 14.8%, Action 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, indie-developed aerial combat game that prioritizes multiplayer dogfighting and maneuverability.

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 64%, World War II 14.7% ★, Multiplayer 9.4%, Simulation 7.2%, War 1.7%

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 45.5%, Simulation 12%, World War II 9% ★, Historical 8.2%, Jet 6% ★

Join 200-player battles in Over The Top: WWI - an intense shooter set in the gritty backdrop of World War I. Pick your class, choose from a vast arsenal, including rifles, artillery, airplanes and powerful tanks, and experience the chaos of fully destructible battlefields.

Why similar: World War I 59% ★, Historical 12.8%, Multiplayer 9.6%, Simulation 8.9%, Realistic 3.1%

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 61.4%, Simulation 17.8%, Multiplayer 10.9%, Realistic 4.6%, VR 2.7%

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

Why similar: Flight 58.7%, Simulation 41.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic Cold War-era flight simulator that maintains a focus on historical accuracy and mission-based progression.

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 67.8%, Simulation 16.6%, Multiplayer 7.5%, Realistic 3.5%, Open World 1.2%

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 57%, Simulation 12.5%, Multiplayer 7.4%, Military 6.4%, War 5.3%

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 50%, Simulation 19.6%, World War II 10.5% ★, Multiplayer 5.8%, War 4.1%

Join the Royal Air Force, face off against the deadly German Luftwaffe and the Italian air forces and battle for Britain!

Why similar: Flight 53.4%, Simulation 22.6%, World War II 12.9% ★, Historical 11%

Merciless trench warfare immerses you and your squad in intense battles of attack and defense. Verdun is the first multiplayer FPS set in an authentic World War One setting offering a rarely seen battlefield experience.

Why similar: World War I 53% ★, Historical 11.7%, Simulation 7.6%, Multiplayer 7.4%, War 3.8%

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 57.8%, World War II 11.9% ★, Simulation 8.7%, Historical 8.6%, Multiplayer 6.6%

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 58.9%, Simulation 8.8%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Jet 6.3% ★, Military 5.7%

Shoot down triplanes and attack tanks with your Sopwith biplane. Simple World War One flight combat simulator with touch controls, airfoil physics, computer-controlled opponents, and destructible environments, inspired by David L. Clark's classic DOS game from 1984.

Why similar: Flight 54.5%, Simulation 32.4%, VR 8.5%, Action 4.6%

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 57.4%, World War II 13.3% ★, Simulation 12.7%, Military 7.3%, Realistic 4.6%

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 49.5%, Simulation 19.3%, World War II 11.9% ★, Historical 9.8%, War 3%

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

Why similar: Historical 22.4%, Simulation 16.1%, World War II 15.3% ★, Multiplayer 14.4%, Military 8.1%

Fight on multiple fronts in Holdfast: Nations At War - A multiplayer first and third-person shooter set during the great Napoleonic Era and WW1. Charge into battle with over 150 players per server!

Why similar: World War I 50.2% ★, Historical 16.1%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Simulation 8.3%, War 5.6%

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

Why similar: Flight 54.8%, Simulation 22.4%, World War II 13.1% ★, Multiplayer 5.2%, War 2.4%

X-Plane 10 brings numerous improvements and enhancements for PC, Mac and Linux virtual pilots, unleashing the power of modern systems with its 64 bit processing and multi-core support.

Why similar: Flight 60.6%, Simulation 23.3%, Multiplayer 7%, Realistic 4.4%, Jet 1.8% ★

RealFlight® is the industry-leading flight simulator for radio-controlled airplanes, helicopters, and drones. Fly more than 300 hyper-realistic vehicles in an immense, open world right from your desktop. This RC classic is a must-have tool for flight enthusiasts of all skill levels!

Why similar: Flight 56.9%, Simulation 16.8%, Multiplayer 11.4%, Realistic 5.6%, Jet 4.4% ★

Ultra-Realistic Flight Simulation

Why similar: Flight 59.3%, Simulation 18.4%, Jet 6.4% ★, Realistic 5.7%, Military 5%

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: Flight 42%, Historical 16.2%, Simulation 13.2%, World War II 10.2% ★, War 5.5%

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 53.8%, Simulation 15.9%, World War II 11.6% ★, Military 6.7%, War 6.4%

Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 1 in the biggest WW1 strategy game of all time. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time on persistent maps. Build experimental weapons of World War 1 and become the one true superpower!

Why similar: World War I 55% ★, Historical 14.7%, Simulation 8.5%, Multiplayer 7.9%, War 5.9%

Experience authentic First World War action with 64 player battles of maneuver on the Eastern Front. Grab your rifle, ready your sabre and keep your gas mask close as you prepare to play a part in one of the most significant conflicts in history!

Why similar: World War I 58.5% ★, Historical 12.5%, Multiplayer 8.1%, Simulation 6.6%, War 4.2%

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 54.6%, Simulation 17.6%, Multiplayer 9.3%, Jet 8.5% ★, VR 3.7%

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 66.5%, Simulation 22.8%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Action 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.5%

The Red Baron flies again!Return to the classic Red Baron games with this digital collection featuring the original Red Baron, Red Baron 3D, the Red Baron Mission Builder and high-quality scans of the original manuals, maps and reference cards.

Why similar: World War I 48.7% ★, Flight 26.6%, Simulation 24.7%

Rule the skies in strategy dogfights in the digital adaptation of the classic tabletop board game!

Why similar: World War I 49% ★, Flight 30.9%, Historical 10.3%, Multiplayer 6.2%, Military 3.6%

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 60.2%, Simulation 18.4%, Multiplayer 8%, Military 5.5%, Realistic 2.7%

We promise you will feel like a pilot flying airliners, helicopters, fighters, gliders, historical and aerobatic aircraft in a photorealistic world! Over 10,000 real world flights, highly detailed cockpits and scenery are awaiting you.

Why similar: Flight 75.3%, Simulation 14.9%, VR 3.6%, Realistic 3%, Action 1.6%

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 51.7%, Historical 11%, World War II 10% ★, Simulation 10%, War 4.9%