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Sid Meier’s Ace Patrol (2013)

Sid Meier’s Ace Patrol cover
Developer
Firaxis Games
Publisher
2K
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Strategy
Rating
3.4 of 5, 825 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A methodical, turn-based dogfight that feels like a tactical chess match in the skies with authentic WWI planes.

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What players say

Players say this is a fun but shallow turn-based dogfighting game, clearly ported from mobile. The campaigns are short, around 2 hours, and missions can feel repetitive. The random elements sometimes frustrate, and the graphics look dated by 2026. It is easy to pick up, but lacks depth compared to other strategy titles.

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Screenshots

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