SimulationFit check
Is European Air War worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- World War II aviation fans who want missions set over Europe
- Players interested in piloting multiple period fighter aircraft
- Flight-combat players who want campaign progression and squadron leadership
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking combat beyond aircraft missions may find the focus narrow
- Players wanting short, single-purpose scenarios may not suit the campaign's skill and leadership progression
- Players looking for modern aircraft rather than World War II fighters
- Players uninterested in historical film footage or aerial mission roles
Our take on European Air War
The game concentrates its play on piloting and squadron command, so its mission variety remains within aerial combat roles such as escort, interception, and bombing. That focus leaves less room for activities outside the air-war structure.
What is European Air War?
European Air War is a World War II flight combat game set over Europe.
It includes 20 fighter aircraft from American, British, and German forces, each represented with specific flight behavior and cockpit detail. Missions support up to 256 aircraft in the air at once and cover fighter sweeps, bombing targets, escort duties, interception, and interdiction. The campaign lets pilots build skills over time while taking on increasing responsibility within their squadron. Scenarios include defending England from German bombers, escorting B-17 bombing operations, and fighting Messerschmitts over France. A newsreel feature presents historical film footage alongside the campaign and mission-based flying.
How European Air War plays
- 0120 Fighter Aircraft
- The aircraft roster covers American, British, and German fighters with individual flight models and cockpit renderings.
- 02Large Air Battles
- Missions can place as many as 256 planes in the sky at the same time.
- 03Five Mission Types
- Combat assignments include fighter sweeps, bombing targets, escort flights, interceptions, and interdictions.
- 04Squadron Campaign
- Campaign progression develops piloting skills and adds greater leadership responsibility over the squadron.
- 05Historical Newsreel
- A newsreel feature incorporates historical film footage.
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European Air War: platforms & release
Is European Air War worth it?
It is worth it if: world War II aviation fans who want missions set over Europe. Skip it if: players seeking combat beyond aircraft missions may find the focus narrow.
Where can I download European Air War?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens European Air War's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is European Air War on?
Windows only.
