Description

"Aero Fighters Assault," developed by Paradigm Entertainment and published by Video System, is a combat flight simulator released for the Nintendo 64 in 1997. The game is part of the Aero Fighters series, which originally started as a vertical-scrolling arcade shoot-'em-up. Aero Fighters Assault, however, diverges from its predecessors' arcade-style gameplay and instead adopts a more realistic, mission-based flight simulation approach. Players take control of one of four pilots from the "Project Blue" peacekeeping force, each with their own unique aircraft, to battle against an enemy terrorist faction known as Phutta Morgana that threatens global security.

The gameplay of "Aero Fighters Assault" combines elements of traditional flight simulators with aerial combat. Players can engage in various missions that include objectives such as destroying enemy bases, battling warships, and protecting landmarks. The game also features a unique damage model where parts of the aircraft can be specifically targeted and damaged, affecting the plane's performance. Aero Fighters Assault was notable at the time for its graphics and use of the Nintendo 64's capabilities to render 3D environments and detailed aircraft models. Multiplayer mode adds to the replay value, allowing players to engage in dogfights with friends. Despite mixed reviews, the game carved out a niche among enthusiasts of flight simulation and combat games for its distinct blend of realistic controls and arcade-style action.