Aces of Thunder

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Aces of Thunder

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RELEASE DATE

Feb 3, 2026

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Aces of Thunder releases on February 3, 2026 for PC (Windows). It is developed by Gaijin Entertainment and published by Gaijin Network Ltd. A VR‑first combat flight sim set across World War I and II theaters, it leans on physically accurate flight and damage models, cockpit‑only immersion, and HOTAS support, with a flat‑screen mode available for non‑VR pilots and a roster of legendary aircraft across multiple battle maps.

DLC

No DLC listed at this time.

Editions – what’s included

No special editions confirmed at this time.

Review

Aces of Thunder is built around feel: weighty airframes, energy management, and the sharp risk‑reward of close‑quarters dogfights. The cockpit‑only view pushes immersion and discipline, forcing you to read instruments and canopy cues instead of third‑person chase comfort. Mission structure mixes solo scenarios with online sorties, and the flight model borrows the believable handling and damage logic fans expect from the studio’s prior work. VR elevates it, from head‑tracking target acquisition to the tactile choreography of throttle, rudder, and stick.

Progression ties new aircraft, weapons, and customizations to steady mastery, while the map variety keeps you dancing between altitude play and ground‑hugging cover. Flat‑screen support broadens access, and HOTAS options are well catered for. The learning curve can bite, especially for newcomers who expect arcade forgiveness, and competitive lobbies will punish sloppy energy management. Visual clarity in heavy weather can also hamper target tracking. Still, when it clicks, the blend of historical hardware and modern sim sensibilities hits clean.

Verdict
A confident, VR‑first dogfighting sim that rewards patience, precision, and proper energy play.

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