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Reception

Aces of Thunder is a diamond trapped in a cage of bad UI. It delivers exactly what simulation fans have wanted from Gaijin for years: a premium, beautiful, physically accurate dogfighter with incredible VR implementation and absolutely zero microtransactions. If you are a flight sim veteran with the patience to manually bind your HOTAS and rely on third-party...

In summary, Aces of Thunder delivers an incredibly realistic experience of piloting World War II combat aircraft while also allowing players to take part in numerous aerial battles from that era. When it comes to the flying mechanics themselves this is the one and only title that can truly compete with it is Microsoft Flight Simulator. Wonderful ga...

The core of the game is here, but the overall package feels unfinished or missing the fundamentals to make it a rounded experience. Add in a charismatic narrator to guide you into the game, as well as some tutorials or a license mode and it could help to make the game more accessible for beginners.

Aces of Thunder isn’t a game for everyone, yet it certainly deserves attention. Gaijin’s title stands out as the most convincing VR air‑combat simulation available, thanks to its accurate and demanding flight model. The downside is the need for pricey gear like HOTAS controllers, since standard inputs make the experience harder to manage. Once you overcome...

Aces of Thunder delivers a unique and immersive World War-era aerial combat experience. Although the controls can sometimes feel challenging, the competitive atmosphere and engaging gameplay environment push you to complete missions and dive into even more matches. It’s a must-play experience for anyone who owns a virtual reality headset.