ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN
a game by | Bandai Namco |
Platform: | PC (2019) |
Editor Rating: | 8/10, based on 1 review |
User Rating: | 10.0/10 - 1 vote |
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See also: | Simulator Games, Arcade Games, PvP Games, Sci-Fi RPG, Flying Games, Ace Combat Games |
ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN is an arcade-style aviation game from developer Bandai Namco Entertainment. The player will have to try himself as a pilot of a combat aircraft and take part in aerial battles. Aircraft control is as realistic as possible and is affected by various factors, including weather conditions.
Gameplay
There are 2 control modes available for players: simple and complex. A big advantage was the return of saves, which allows you to continue from a certain checkpoint in case of defeat.
The interaction between aircraft and clouds is added for realism. Long flight through clouds can cause icing and loss of stability. The addition of upward and downward air currents complicates control, but brings it closer to real-world conditions.
This version introduces a new trick - the overpowered roll that puts you at the tail end of the enemy and gives you an advantage in combat. This maneuver is similar to the dodge in Ace Combat: Assault Horizon. The maneuver is performed at low speed and is quite difficult for beginners.
The player's arsenal includes a variety of jet fighters and bombers. Opponents also have helicopters and transport planes.
Before starting a mission it is possible to install various weapons on the aircraft. Available to the player are:
- Corrected aerial bombs
- Cluster bombs
- High range missiles
- Railguns and other types of weapons
Virtual reality support
A virtual reality mode is available for PlayStation VR owners. For this mode, 3 missions are available in multiplayer or company mode. Players can only access the view from the cockpit. By turning the head, it is possible to view the entire cockpit, including the pilot's legs.
Aircraft upgrades
The game has an upgrade tree where you can buy new planes, weapons, and various equipment to improve your performance.This approach is familiar to fans of the realistic aerial combat simulator IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad. There are some branches in the tree that are only available for online play. All items are purchased with points earned during missions.
Before a flight at the beginning of a mission or after an intermediate landing, it is possible to install different equipment on the aircraft. The components are divided into the following groups:
- Fuselage upgrade
- Weapons
- Auxiliary equipment
Before a flight, the plane's colouring is also selected and a variety of emblems are applied, which become available as missions are completed. These can be saved for use in other missions.
Multiplayer modes
Online multiplayer modes are available to users in battle royale and team combat. The former allows each user to play on their own. The second brings together teams of players to fight for total victory. A maximum of 8 users can participate in multiplayer mode.
Pros:
- Realistic flying
- Nice scenery
- Dynamic battles
- Wide range of aircraft upgrades
Disadvantages:
- Plane controls differ from real aircraft
- Few missions for VR
- Poor influence of aircraft type on gameplay
Life during war cannot be equated with a peaceful existence. Even criminals can go free to defend their homeland. Leave the past behind and strive for new heights and victories in the flight simulator Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
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System requirements:
- PC compatible
- Operating systems: Windows 10/Windows 8/Windows 7/2000/Vista/WinXP