Ace Combat 5
- October 20, 2004 13:11 PM PST
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Theres a reason why the last Ace Combat game turned into a "Greatest Hit." You can expect the same gut-wrenching dogfighting in Ace Combat 5.
A preliminary flight analysis gives Ace Combat 5 an enthusiastic salute into the wild blue yonder. Detailed fighter jets look spectacular not only in these screen shots but also in actual gameplay. Areas are much more organic with environmental depth both in the air and on the ground, too. And in keeping with tradition, Namco has kept the aerial controls to a minimum and the dogfighting to a maximum.As in past Ace Combat games, you'll need to dodge enemy flak as you lay waste to multiple bogeys at one time. The game even features an arcade mode where the sole objective is to bring down fighters as fast as you can.
The story mode has a bit more depth. Now at your command are three wingmen who can be directed in real time to attack specific targets or cover your behind. You can also talk to your teammates (by answering yes/no questions) as you fly, and before each mission, you can choose everyone's plane (from a lot of 50-plus aircraft) and weapon load out. Your tour includes over 30 missions and flyovers in a variety of environments, including a cityscape, the ocean, mountain ranges, and tropical areas.
After three years of waiting, you can now start boarding flight AC5.
