Ultimate Flight Series 4 - PC Games

Jane's F-15 is a detailed simulation of one of the U.S. Air Force's most venerable strike fighters. The cockpit and the flight dynamics are modeled in great detail, and everything but the terrain graphics looks terrific when the game is played on a computer with a 3-D accelerator card. This is by far the most accurate simulation of this particular plane ever made.

Comanche Gold is an enormously fun helicopter simulation that focuses more on fast action than realism. The terrain is a little muddy because of the Voxel technology used, but that same technology allows for some truly realistic elevation changes in the environment. Valleys, mesas, canyons, and rolling hills replace the generic flat landscapes and polygonal hills found in other helicopter simulations.

Rounding out the bundle is Jane's World War II Fighters, which lets players fly several planes from that conflict instead of modeling only one in great detail. This simulation still has some of the most beautiful graphics ever to grace a flight simulator, with terrific lighting effects and an extensive damage model that lets players pick an enemy plane apart piece by piece. Individually these games are worth the price of this package, and collectively their bang-for-the-buck ratio is off the chart. --T. Byrl Baker

Pros: Three great games at one low price Runs the spectrum from the most highly detailed simulation to more action-oriented titles Graphics of World War II Fighters are still beautiful to behold Cons: Comanche Gold's graphics are a little rough

Amazon.com Product Description
Jane's WWII Fighters: White-knuckled dogfighting in the best looking flight sim ever comes alive in the skies over World War II Europe. Fly the seven best fighters of the war in this graphically intense flight simulation with unprecedented special effects, terrain, and aircraft detail. Designed for simulation fans of all levels, the game contains training missions and variable difficulty levels for the novice, as well as a branching campaign, realistic flight dynamics, and sophisticated AI for the hard-core gamer. Features include individual 3-D virtual cockpits with working dials and indicators for added realism, and mountainous terrain that's perfect for low-level, seat-of-the-pants dogfighting. Full multiplayer support for up to eight players via LAN or Internet (ISP required) is included along with JanesCombat.net support for easy access to Internet gaming.

Comanche Gold: Win tomorrow's battles today with Comanche Gold. Hugging the ground, you will sneak--undetected--into enemy territory. Then, in a heartbeat, you'll scan the battlefield, identify enemy threats, and determine the optimum weapon to neutralize your target--use your own arsenal or relay encrypted information to air and ground forces. Enemy destroyed. Features include a Mission Design Tool that allows you to create and play your own missions and a Realistic Combat Environment with fully detailed enemy and friendly objects, stunning Voxel Space 2 terrain, and amazing weather effects. Choose between easy and advanced flight models that allow you to fly at your own level. Engage in multiplayer combat via novaworld.net, Novalogic's free* Internet gaming site. (*ISP required)

Jane's F-15: All the incredible speed and firepower of the world's deadliest strike fighter are now at your command with Jane's F-15. Produced by Andy Hollis (F-15 Strike Eagle series, AH64D Longbow and Longbow 2) with cooperation from Jane's top military analysts, F-15 represents the next generation in simulation and technology realism. "Instant action" includes simplified controls to ensure quick access to your first kill. Intuitive training missions will have you flying like an ace in no time. Camera views of midair refueling, intense radio chatter, stellar AI, and more than 50 devastating weapons add to the sensation of combat. Multiplayer mode is available over Internet, modem, network, or serial connections.