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The best games like Ace Combat 2 are Project Wingman, VTOL VR, War Thunder, DCS World. Each was selected based on gameplay similarity, genre, atmosphere, and player reviews.

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Games similar to Ace Combat 2 include Project Wingman, VTOL VR, War Thunder, DCS World. These alternatives share similar Shooter and Simulator elements.

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Dogfighting in the late 90s was a different beast. Ace Combat 2 delivered arcade-style aerial combat with a surprisingly deep aircraft customization system, letting players tweak weapons loadouts and paint jobs to their liking. Its memorable campaign, punctuated by pulse-pounding music, established a formula that continues to resonate: high-speed aerial battles underpinned by a solid narrative that never outstays its welcome.

About Ace Combat 2

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In May of 1997, a number of prominent heads of state in the continent of Usea were away on a diplomatic task with an unknown objective, rumoured to be about the impact of the Ulysses 1994XF04 asteroid in a year's time. During this period, a high-ranking military corps, codenamed "NA-P2700" staged a coup d'état, rapidly establishing their hegemony over the entire continent. Their quick advancement led them to capture several high-importance areas in each sector, as well as a weapon of mass destruction known as an "Extra Powerful Cruise Missile". As a last measure, the pro-government troops, known as Unified Command, call upon the services of the 92nd Special Tactical Fighter Squadron "Scarface", a group of mercenary fighter pilots led by an ace called Scarface One. With hardware and logistics support, the Scarface Squadron sets out to fight the Usean Rebel Forces and liberate Usea. With the assistance of the Scarface team, the government forces engage in full combat with the URF, slowly reclaiming various territories across the continent. The mercenaries strike various high-importance parts of the rebel forces' infrastructure, such as air bases, oil refineries and naval ports. During their advance, they engage numerous rebel aces, including a group of ace pilots known only as "Z.O.E.". As well, they engage a number of prototype vehicles controlled by the Usean Rebel Force, such as the Dragonet-class submarine and the massive XB-10 "Big Bad Mama" experimental bomber. After retaking most of Usea, Unified Command launches a large-scale invasion operation to gain strategic superiority. In order to confuse the rebels, the mission is divided into two major operations, "Alphaville" and "Bellissima". The operations end with the destruction of many vital URF targets and sites, granting Unified Command the upper hand in the conflict. Eventually, the government forces push the remnants of the coup back into their headquarters at the city of St. Ark. Prepared to end the coup d'état once and for all, the Scarface Team is dispatched to destroy the surviving rebel forces within the city, as well as their central HQ. The mission ends in success, and St. Ark is freed from the URF. At this point, the story concludes with the Normal ending.

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Project Wingman

2020 · Action

If Ace Combat 2's high-octane aerial dogfights and sense of scale thrilled you, Project Wingman delivers a similar adrenaline rush with its intense, arcade-style combat and a compelling narrative set in a war-torn Cordium-fueled world.

Why recommended

Features fast-paced, arcade-style aerial combat with a wide array of fictional and real-world inspired aircraft, directly mirroring the core gameplay loop of Ace Combat 2.
Criteria — Offers a challenging difficulty that demands precise maneuvering, weapon management, and tactical decision-making to overcome overwhelming enemy forces and ace pilots.
The game's 'Conquest' mode provides a roguelike-inspired campaign that adds replayability and a persistent challenge beyond the main story, akin to Ace Combat's mission-based structure.

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Project Wingman

2020 · Action · Flight

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85/100

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Why recommended

Features fast-paced, arcade-style aerial combat with a wide array of fictional and real-world inspired aircraft, directly mirroring the core gameplay loop of Ace Combat 2.
Criteria — Offers a challenging difficulty that demands precise maneuvering, weapon management, and tactical decision-making to overcome overwhelming enemy forces and ace pilots.
The game's 'Conquest' mode provides a roguelike-inspired campaign that adds replayability and a persistent challenge beyond the main story, akin to Ace Combat's mission-based structure.

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VTOL VR

2017 · Simulation

For those who loved the immersive cockpit experience and precision flying of Ace Combat 2, VTOL VR takes it to the next level, offering unparalleled hands-on control and realistic flight simulation in a virtual reality environment.

Why recommended

Provides an incredibly immersive first-person cockpit experience where every button, switch, and MFD is interactable, deepening the flight simulator aspect found in Ace Combat 2.
Criteria — The game's combat scenarios and mission objectives, especially against other players or advanced AI, present a significant challenge requiring mastery of flight mechanics and weapon systems.
While primarily single-player, it features a robust multiplayer component allowing for cooperative missions and competitive dogfights, directly addressing the 'Multiplayer' criterion.

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VTOL VR

2017 · Simulation · Action

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89/100

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Provides an incredibly immersive first-person cockpit experience where every button, switch, and MFD is interactable, deepening the flight simulator aspect found in Ace Combat 2.
Criteria — The game's combat scenarios and mission objectives, especially against other players or advanced AI, present a significant challenge requiring mastery of flight mechanics and weapon systems.
While primarily single-player, it features a robust multiplayer component allowing for cooperative missions and competitive dogfights, directly addressing the 'Multiplayer' criterion.

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War Thunder

2012 · Action

For players who enjoyed the diverse aircraft and intense dogfights of Ace Combat 2 but desire a more extensive roster and a blend of arcade and realistic combat, War Thunder offers massive multiplayer battles across air, land, and sea.

Why recommended

Features a vast selection of historically accurate aircraft from various nations and eras, offering diverse combat experiences from arcade dogfights to more realistic simulator battles, expanding on Ace Combat 2's aircraft variety.
Criteria — The game is built around competitive multiplayer battles, allowing players to engage in large-scale air combat against other players, fulfilling the 'Multiplayer' criterion.
Offers multiple game modes with varying levels of realism, including 'Realistic' and 'Simulator' battles that provide a significant challenge requiring precise aim, energy management, and tactical awareness.

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War Thunder

2012 · Action · Simulation

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78/100

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Features a vast selection of historically accurate aircraft from various nations and eras, offering diverse combat experiences from arcade dogfights to more realistic simulator battles, expanding on Ace Combat 2's aircraft variety.
Criteria — The game is built around competitive multiplayer battles, allowing players to engage in large-scale air combat against other players, fulfilling the 'Multiplayer' criterion.
Offers multiple game modes with varying levels of realism, including 'Realistic' and 'Simulator' battles that provide a significant challenge requiring precise aim, energy management, and tactical awareness.

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DCS World

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If Ace Combat 2 sparked your interest in military aviation and you crave a deeper, more realistic simulation of modern combat aircraft, DCS World offers an unparalleled level of detail and complexity for true flight enthusiasts.

Why recommended

Offers an extremely detailed and realistic simulation of modern military aircraft, allowing players to learn and operate complex systems, appealing to the 'Simulator' aspect of Ace Combat 2.
Criteria — The game's realistic flight models and weapon systems, combined with sophisticated AI, create a highly challenging combat environment that demands extensive practice and strategic thinking.
Features a robust multiplayer environment where players can engage in large-scale air-to-air and air-to-ground combat, fulfilling the 'Multiplayer' requirement with a focus on teamwork and tactics.

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DCS World

Simulation · Action

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90/100

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Why recommended

Offers an extremely detailed and realistic simulation of modern military aircraft, allowing players to learn and operate complex systems, appealing to the 'Simulator' aspect of Ace Combat 2.
Criteria — The game's realistic flight models and weapon systems, combined with sophisticated AI, create a highly challenging combat environment that demands extensive practice and strategic thinking.
Features a robust multiplayer environment where players can engage in large-scale air-to-air and air-to-ground combat, fulfilling the 'Multiplayer' requirement with a focus on teamwork and tactics.

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