The History Channel: Battle of Britain - World War II 1940 (2025)

The History Channel: Battle of Britain - World War II 1940 cover

Developer: iEntertainment
Publisher: MicroProse Software
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 3.3 of 5, 6 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 30 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A historically grounded aerial combat sim that asks for patience and precision in recreating WWII dogfights.

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What players say

Players are split: some enjoy the nostalgic arcade-style dogfighting, comparing it to classics like Microsoft Combat Simulator and Red Baron 3D, while others report crashes on startup and lack of joystick support.

Screenshots

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