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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include World War II, Simulation, Action, Flight.

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

Reviews: Mixed — 55% — of 62 reviews
Released: 2016-03-18
Developer: HGames-ArtWorks
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 2.8 hrs
Mean playtime: 3.2 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 96%

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  1. #1 Vincemus - Air Combat
    96% matchVery Positive86% of 109 reviews2024
    Dev: Virtual Convict
    Windows · Mac

    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 47.6%, War 14.7%, Simulation 11.5%, Wargame 8.3%, Action 5.6%

  2. #2 Warplanes: WW2 Dogfight
    96% matchVery Positive86% of 1,762 reviews2019
    Dev: Home Net Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 36 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 40%

    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 71.7%, Wargame 6.8%, Simulation 6.2%, War 4.7%, Action 4.3%

  3. #3 WarBirds 2026
    97% matchMixed51% of 70 reviews2015
    Dev: iEntertainment Network Inc
    Windows

    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 51.6%, Simulation 11%, War 9.7%, Wargame 9.6%, Strategy 7.7%

  4. #4 Iron Wings
    95% matchMostly Negative38% of 91 reviews2017
    Dev: Naps Team
    Windows

    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 53.2%, War 14.7%, Simulation 9.4%, Shooter 5.4%, Action 4.8%

  5. #5 Hit Tank PRO
    94% matchMixed60% of 124 reviews2015
    Dev: Bacq StellanPub: OtakuMaker.com
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Hit Tank PRO is an addictive game of fast action that combines Strategy, Action and Challenge.Ready to take on the fight? Complete your mission while fighting cunning enemies in unique environments!.

    Why similar: World War II 34.4%, War 11.3%, Strategy 10.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.1%, Casual 6.6%

  6. #6 Easy Red 2
    91% matchVery Positive90% of 12,483 reviews2022
    Dev: Marco AmadeiPub: Corvostudio di Amadei Marco
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    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 52.7%, War 12.6%, Simulation 8.4%, Wargame 7.6%, Strategy 6.2%

  7. #7 BATTLE PIXELS
    94% matchMixed55% of 67 reviews2016
    Dev: AppyArt Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 99%

    Battle Pixels is a frantic arcade action, point and click shoot 'em up with a 16 bit retro style.Take control of your tanks and eliminate the enemy's turret defences over 25 randomly generated levels.

    Why similar: War 21.6%, Strategy 21.4%, Action 11.8%, Casual 11.5%, Indie 9.1%

  8. #8 Flying Tigers: Shadows Over China
    93% matchMostly Positive71% of 924 reviews2017
    Dev: ACE MADDOX
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    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 69.4%, Simulation 9%, Shooter 5.9%, Action 4.8%, Arcade 3.6%

  9. #9 European Air War
    89% matchVery Positive87% of 61 reviews2022
    Dev: MicroProse Software
    Windows

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

    Why similar: World War II 66.4%, Simulation 20.1%, War 7%, Retro 5.8%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  10. #10 Wings of Prey: Special Edition
    91% matchMixed63% of 737 reviews2010
    Dev: Gaijin Entertainment CorporationPub: Gaijin Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    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 55.1%, Simulation 16.6%, War 13.6%, Shooter 5.5%, Action 4.1%

  11. #11 Dogfight 1942
    90% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,153 reviews2012
    Dev: City InteractivePub: CI Games
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 40%

    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 70%, Simulation 20.3%, Action 3.9%, Shooter 3.2%, Arcade 2.3%

  12. #12 Bomber Crew
    87% matchVery Positive88% of 15,271 reviews2017
    Dev: Runner DuckPub: Curve Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    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 63.3%, Simulation 11.5%, War 9.2%, Strategy 8.1%, Survival 2.6%

  13. #13 303 Squadron: Battle of Britain
    88% matchMixed63% of 444 reviews2018
    Dev: Atomic Jelly
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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 58.2%, Simulation 16.8%, War 8.3%, Action 6.7%, Indie 4.4%

  14. #14 1942: The Pacific Air War
    89% matchMixed56% of 50 reviews2015
    Dev: MicroProse Software, IncPub: Atari
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 56.1%, Simulation 25.6%, Strategy 18.3%

  15. #15 Warplanes: Battles over Pacific
    85% matchMostly Positive78% of 157 reviews2023
    Dev: Home Net Games
    Windows

    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 58.1%, Simulation 19.2%, War 12.9%, Action 7.3%, Arcade 1.8%

  16. #16 Sky Gamblers: Storm Raiders
    86% matchVery Positive81% of 252 reviews2015
    Dev: Atypical Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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: World War II 56.8%, Simulation 21.2%, Action 11%, Indie 5.7%, Arcade 5.2%

  17. #17 Aircraft Evolution
    86% matchVery Positive82% of 251 reviews2018
    Dev: Satur Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Take part in aerial battles with warplanes from different eras — from World War I to the future. Drop bombs, upgrade your aircraft, and turn enemy bases into rubble in the explosive action game Aircraft Evolution!

    Why similar: World War II 52.2%, War 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.8%, Simulation 6.9%, Shooter 5.8%

  18. #18 World War 2: Strategy Simulator
    84% matchMostly Negative37% of 83 reviews2022
    Dev: joynowstudio
    Windows

    ★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 53%, War 14.6%, Wargame 12.7%, Strategy 7.1%, Simulation 6.1%

  19. #19 LUFTRAUSERS
    84% matchVery Positive91% of 4,487 reviews2014
    Dev: VlambeerPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    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: World War II 25.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Arcade 11.7%, Action 10.7%, Indie 8.3%

  20. #20 Brass Brigade
    82% matchVery Positive92% of 553 reviews2019
    Dev: Henry Kucab
    Windows

    Brass Brigade combines the aesthetic of Battlefield Heroes/Battlefield 1942 with highly customizable bot matches. Fight WWII's most iconic battles with as many bots as your PC can handle!

    Why similar: World War II 68.8%, Action 11.9%, War 11.1%, Indie 7.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  21. #21 PLANES ATTACK
    83% matchMostly Positive78% of 386 reviews2019
    Dev: SRS Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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

    Why similar: World War II 70.8%, Casual 9.5%, Action 7.9%, Arcade 5.9%, Indie 5.9%

  22. #22 War on the Sea
    81% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,150 reviews2021
    Dev: Killerfish Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%

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

    Why similar: World War II 62.5%, Simulation 12.4%, Strategy 10.9%, War 7.6%, Wargame 4.6%

  23. #23 Aircraft Carrier Survival
    80% matchMixed60% of 1,187 reviews2022
    Dev: Gambit Games StudioPub: CreativeForge Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    When the harshness of the sea meets the cruelties of war, a challenge for perseverance makes itself known. Welcome to Aircraft Carrier Survival, a strategy game set in the Pacific Theater of World War II, where your prowess as a commander decides the fate of a naval behemoth.

    Why similar: World War II 47.6%, War 13%, Strategy 8.1%, Simulation 6.9%, Tactical 5.9%

  24. #24 Aviators VR
    79% matchMixed46% of 57 reviews2024
    Dev: ChronospacePub: Instytut Pamięci Narodowej
    Windows

    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 42.8%, War 13%, Simulation 9.8%, Wargame 9.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.1%

  25. #25 Easy Red
    81% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,001 reviews2017
    Dev: Marco AmadeiPub: Corvostudio di Amadei Marco
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    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 63.1%, Simulation 11.9%, Strategy 8.6%, Action 6.5%, War 4.1%

  26. #26 Army Troop
    75% matchVery Positive85% of 418 reviews2025
    Dev: Army Troop Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Army Troop is an old-school PvP World War 2 online first-person shooter. Reminding you of the good old days World War games.

    Why similar: World War II 52.6%, War 13.8%, Shooter 7.3%, Simulation 6.8%, Tactical 5.9%

  27. #27 Combat Wings: Battle of Britain
    82% matchVery Positive80% of 740 reviews2009
    Dev: City InteractivePub: CI Games
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 39%

    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 72.1%, Simulation 22.2%, Arcade 2.7%, Action 2.5%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  28. #28 Scramble: Battle of Britain
    76% matchVery Positive89% of 232 reviews2024
    Dev: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows

    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 65.5%, War 12.8%, Strategy 10.2%, Tactical 10.1%, Simulation 1%

  29. #29 Warplanes: WW1 Sky Aces
    79% matchVery Positive84% of 666 reviews2019
    Dev: Home Net Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 26.6%, Action 23.6%, War 20.1%, Indie 15.3%, Shooter 14.6%

  30. #30 World of Warplanes
    77% matchMostly Positive70% of 5,487 reviews2022
    Dev: Wargaming Group Limited
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 37.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    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 68.5%, Simulation 11.6%, Shooter 8.4%, Arcade 6%, Action 5.5%

  31. #31 B-17 Flying Fortress : The Mighty 8th Redux
    75% matchMixed66% of 322 reviews2024
    Dev: MicroProse Software
    Windows

    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 39.9%, Simulation 13.4%, Wargame 11.9%, War 11.5%, Strategy 10.4%

  32. #32 Battle Islands
    77% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,437 reviews2014
    Dev: DR StudiosPub: 505 Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    Battle friends over air, land and sea in this epic WW2-themed battle strategy game.

    Why similar: World War II 62.5%, Strategy 20.5%, War 9%, Action 3.6%, Casual 2.7%

  33. #33 Silent Depth 3D Submarine Simulation
    78% matchMixed63% of 79 reviews2018
    Dev: Codeknitters
    Windows

    Submarine Simulation playing in WWII in the Pacific.

    Why similar: World War II 44.2%, War 13.8%, Simulation 13.4%, Strategy 8.9%, Wargame 8.2%

  34. #34 Air Conflicts: Secret Wars
    78% matchMixed69% of 468 reviews2011
    Dev: Games Farm
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%

    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 65.6%, Simulation 20.7%, Action 9%, Arcade 4%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  35. #35 Aces of Thunder
    70% matchMixed58% of 1,055 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: World War II 56.4%, Simulation 18.5%, War 15.3%, Action 7.8%, Shooter 1.8%

  36. #36 Skies above the Great War
    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 129 reviews2024
    Dev: Puntigames
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 24.1%, War 21.9%, Strategy 18.7%, Open World 14.2%, Action 10.1%

  37. #37 1943 Deadly Desert
    76% matchMixed63% of 111 reviews2018
    Dev: HandyGames
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    North Africa 1943. Lead your forces to victory in the most intense WW2 battle!

    Why similar: World War II 62.4%, Strategy 14.2%, War 11.8%, Indie 5.6%, Tactical 4.9%

  38. #38 Land of War - The Beginning
    74% matchMixed52% of 741 reviews2021
    Dev: MS GAMESPub: MS GAMES SP. Z O.O.
    Windows

    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 56.6%, Wargame 10.2%, War 9.5%, Strategy 7.8%, Shooter 7.8%

  39. #39 Gary Grigsby's War in the East 2
    71% matchVery Positive92% of 428 reviews2021
    Dev: 2by3 GamesPub: Matrix Games
    Windows

    War in the East 2 is the most comprehensive, most realistic, and most advanced wargame modeling Eastern Front warfare in World War Two.

    Why similar: World War II 42.9%, Simulation 16.4%, Wargame 14.4%, Strategy 13.9%, War 10.4%

  40. #40 WWII Tanks: Battlefield
    72% matchMostly Positive77% of 71 reviews2021
    Dev: SP GAMES
    Windows

    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 50.8%, Simulation 20.2%, War 12.5%, Action 9.8%, Indie 6.7%

  41. #41 Crash Dive 2
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 230 reviews2021
    Dev: Panic Ensues Software
    Windows

    WWII Tactical submarine combat in the South Pacific

    Why similar: World War II 56.9%, Wargame 11.4%, Simulation 11.3%, Tactical 8.5%, War 7%

  42. #42 Naval Battles Simulator
    73% matchMixed53% of 66 reviews2020
    Dev: Anarchy97 Games
    Windows

    Naval Battles Simulator is a WWII real-time strategy and simulation game.

    Why similar: Simulation 38.4%, Strategy 31%, World War II 17.8%, Indie 12.5%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  43. #43 Plane Mechanic Simulator
    68% matchMixed57% of 1,668 reviews2024
    Dev: Cobble GamesPub: Ultimate Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    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 52.2%, Simulation 20.8%, War 9.1%, Strategy 4.7%, Indie 4.4%

  44. #44 Air Conflicts: Pacific Carriers
    74% matchMixed54% of 554 reviews2012
    Dev: Games Farm
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 36 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    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 67.1%, Simulation 22.4%, Action 10.5%

  45. #45 Iron Front: Digital War Edition
    73% matchMixed59% of 865 reviews2012
    Dev: X1 SoftwarePub: Deep Silver
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%

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

    Why similar: World War II 47.2%, War 14.1%, Simulation 8.8%, Strategy 7%, Tactical 6.6%

  46. #46 IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover
    73% matchMixed67% of 1,012 reviews2011
    Dev: 1C: Maddox GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 27.1 hrs≥1hr: 61%

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

    Why similar: World War II 76.3%, Simulation 23.7%

  47. #47 Skirmish Line
    70% matchVery Positive88% of 361 reviews2019
    Dev: The Snarktopus
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Experience the brutality and randomness of war as an Allied tactical commander in the Pacific Theater during World War 2. Train, equip, and command a squad of soldiers as you fight against the fanatical Imperial Japanese Empire.

    Why similar: World War II 58.1%, Strategy 8.9%, Simulation 8.8%, War 8.3%, Action 4.8%

  48. #48 Flak
    69% matchVery Positive81% of 64 reviews2021
    Dev: Adrian AksanPub: Double A Studios
    Windows

    Navigate the campaign map effectively. Generate an income and invade strategically. Destroy all enemy blimps for a Steam leaderboard position!

    Why similar: World War II 57.4%, Wargame 14.5%, Strategy 11.5%, Casual 5.7%, Arcade 4.5%

  49. #49 Ground of Aces
    63% matchVery Positive85% of 1,315 reviews2025
    Dev: Blindflug Studios AG
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    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 62.4%, War 13.8%, Simulation 12.6%, Strategy 10.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  50. #50 Battlestations: Midway
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 953 reviews2007
    Dev: Eidos InteractivePub: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    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 67.8%, War 10.7%, Strategy 7.4%, Action 6.9%, Simulation 6.7%

  51. #51 Tiny Combat Arena
    66% matchVery Positive85% of 1,523 reviews2022
    Dev: Why485Pub: MicroProse Software
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    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: Simulation 27.5%, Wargame 25.8%, War 24.3%, Retro 11.4%, Stylized 9.9%

  52. #52 Squad 44
    68% matchMostly Positive75% of 25,290 reviews2018
    Dev: Offworld
    Windows
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 45.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    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 58.8%, War 11.2%, Simulation 9.5%, Strategy 5.5%, Action 3.6%

  53. #53 B-17 Flying Fortress: The Mighty 8th
    71% matchMostly Positive76% of 88 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: World War II 53.4%, War 14.1%, Simulation 10.9%, Strategy 8%, Open World 4.4%

  54. #54 Aviators
    64% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,850 reviews2024
    Dev: ChronospacePub: Instytut Pamięci Narodowej
    Windows

    An educational adventure game about Polish air personnel during World War II. Meet the pilots of the 1586 Special Destiny Squadron and join them on incredible assignments. Explore and solve puzzles to learn more about the history of Polish aviation.

    Why similar: World War II 57.4%, War 12.7%, Wargame 12.7%, Simulation 8.8%, Shooter 5.6%

  55. #55 United Assault - Normandy '44
    69% matchMixed44% of 73 reviews2021
    Dev: Polygon ArtPub: Polygon Art Publishing
    Windows

    An open world rogue lite FPS set in 1944's depiction of Normandy. Unlock authentic weapons and command a captured Panzer III.

    Why similar: World War II 60.4%, War 13.7%, Action 9.9%, Shooter 9.1%, Open World 4.3%

  56. #56 Air Defender
    62% matchMostly Positive77% of 250 reviews2025
    Dev: ROTOR3
    Windows

    Command the sky in a tense real-time strategy simulation where you manage a nation's air defenses. Analyze radar contacts, scramble interceptor jets, and make split-second decisions to protect your airspace from hostile threats.

    Why similar: Wargame 38.7%, Strategy 27.6%, Simulation 19.3%, Retro 8.7%, 2D 4%

  57. #57 Red Wings: Aces of the Sky
    67% matchMixed70% of 786 reviews2020
    Dev: All in! GamesPub: Untold Tales
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 26%

    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: War 26.4%, Simulation 19.7%, Shooter 15.3%, Strategy 14.5%, Action 12.1%

  58. #58 Winter War 1939
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 148 reviews2020
    Dev: Thorium Game Lab
    Windows

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

    Why similar: World War II 61%, Wargame 12.6%, War 10.5%, Tactical 6%, Action 5.7%

  59. #59 Aggressor
    67% matchMixed57% of 188 reviews2021
    Dev: Flashpoint Studios
    Windows

    Aggressor is a stylized air combat shooter with a physics-based damage model. Fly the greatest planes of the cold war and bring down the enemy with an arsenal of unique weaponry in a spectacular lightshow of force.

    Why similar: Simulation 29%, War 27.1%, Shooter 17%, Action 14.1%, Stylized 9.2%

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