Spitfire Ace (1984)

Platforms: DOS, C64, Atari 8-bit
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How it feels

Players feel like they're operating a basic, no-frills cockpit simulator with a focus on the historical aircraft's handling rather than action or immersion.

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About

Released in 1984 for the Commodore 64, Atari 8-bit, and MS-DOS, Spitfire Ace is a flight simulation title. Players can fly an aircraft from this era on these specific platforms without additional developer or publisher credits provided.

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