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Is Hornet Virus: Steel Alcimus II worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Arcade action fans who want helicopter combat
- Players who want multiple mission formats rather than a single mode
- Retro game fans who enjoy 1980s- and 1990s-inspired 3D action
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking detailed flight simulation may bounce off the simplified arcade helicopter action
- Players wanting objectives beyond destroying targets, rescuing hostages, and capturing buildings may find the mission structure limiting
- Players who need full controller support may hit a wall because controller support is partial and requires an Xinput controller
Our take on Hornet Virus: Steel Alcimus II
Players seeking detailed flight simulation may bounce off at the simplified arcade helicopter action. Those relying on controller play may hit a wall at the partial support requirement for an Xinput controller.
What is Hornet Virus: Steel Alcimus II?
Pilot the HCH-960C Super Aicimus and other helicopters in a 3D arcade action game inspired by computer games from the 1980s and 1990s.
Objectives include destroying targets, rescuing hostages, and capturing enemy buildings. The game has five playable helicopters and 14 weapons. Available modes include 50 single missions, a dynamic campaign, Raid, and Air patrol. Controller support is partial and requires an Xinput controller.
How Hornet Virus: Steel Alcimus II plays
- 01Five playable helicopters
- Players can choose from five helicopters during gameplay.
- 02Fourteen weapons
- The game includes 14 weapons for its helicopter action.
- 03Multiple game modes
- Modes include 50 single missions, a dynamic campaign, Raid, and Air patrol.
- 04Full 3D environments
- The helicopter action takes place across three-dimensional environments.
- 05Partial controller support
- Controller use requires an Xinput controller.
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Hornet Virus: Steel Alcimus II: platforms & release
Is Hornet Virus: Steel Alcimus II worth it?
It is worth it if: arcade action fans who want helicopter combat. Skip it if: players seeking detailed flight simulation may bounce off the simplified arcade helicopter action.
Where can I download Hornet Virus: Steel Alcimus II?
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What platforms is Hornet Virus: Steel Alcimus II on?
Windows only.
