Blazing Angels: Squadrons of WWII

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In Blazing Angels Squadrons of WWII, players test their air-combat skills as they experience the most famous battles of World War II. As a squadron leader...
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Game Overview

In Blazing Angels Squadrons of WWII, players test their air-combat skills as they experience the most famous battles of World War II. As a squadron leader, players can fly up to 38 WWII aircraft in both single-player and multiplayer missions. The game features squadron-based combat, in which each artificial intelligence wingman's specialized skill can be used to the pilot's advantage. During the course of the 18-mission campaign, players will evolve along with their wingmen into an ace fighting force. The heroic storyline that follows the evolution of a single squadron and the cinematic presentation create moments reminiscent of classic World War II movies. Pilots fly in close to Germany’s industrial terrain during a bombing raid or emerge from the fog and cloud cover over London to engage the enemy.

The Good

Campaign has a good length to it, Tilt support for flying feels pretty good.

The Bad

No voice chat support, Long-winded pilot voices get in the way, Frame rate drops to somewhere near zero when you fly close to explosions.

The Bottom Line

In Blazing Angels Squadrons of WWII, players test their air-combat skills as they experience the most famous battles of World War II. As a squadron leader, players can fly up to 38 WWII aircraft in both single-player and multiplayer missions. The game features squadron-based combat, in which each artificial intelligence wingman's specialized skill can be used to the pilot's advantage. During the course of the 18-mission campaign, players will evolve along with their wingmen into an ace fighting force. The heroic storyline that follows the evolution of a single squadron and the cinematic presentation create moments reminiscent of classic World War II movies. Pilots fly in close to Germany's industrial terrain during a bombing raid or emerge from the fog and cloud cover over London to engage the enemy.

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Expert Reviews

66/100

score

Blazing Angels' very straightforward campaign and barren online play don't add up to make a particularly engaging air combat game.

68/100

score

The game gets some points for the innovative use of the controls, but otherwise it's somewhat predictable and sadly lacking in the "fun" department. Just an average game on what should be an un-average system.

70/100

score

While the Sixaxis functionality offers an alternate control method, it doesn't really improve the game very much. It's fun to use for a while, but when it comes to accuracy, players will likely opt for the analog sticks.

Game Features

WWII's most famous air battles: Experience the greatest air battles of World War II in famous locations from across the globe.

Innovative use of the controller: Handle the PLAYSTATION3 computer entertainment SIXAXIS controller and experience a new sensation of flight.

Intense squadron-based gameplay: Command AI-wingmen and make use of each one's special abilities.

A large variety of realistic-looking WWII aircraft: Pilot 46 authentic WWII aircraft including the famous P-51 Mustang, the British Spitfire, and the Japanese Zero in both single-player and multiplayer. Ten all-new planes are included.

Authentic WWII atmosphere: Fly low over Germany's industrial terrain for a bombing raid, strafe the islands of the Pacific, or emerge from the cloud cover over London and engage the enemy.

Planes are easy to handle and fun to fly: No need to attend the Air Force Academy to pilot these planes; players can jump right into air-combat action without extensive tutorials. A new cockpit view is included.

Up to 16 players online with an all-new multiplayer mode: Engage in head-to-head dogfights or cooperative team play between squadrons on huge maps with large formations.

Game Specs

Audio/Video
HDTV 720i, HDTV 720p

Console Link
Ethernet Broadband

Memory
2 GB

Modes
Arcade, Campaign, Co-op 2, Deathmatch, Online Co-op, Online Deathmatch, Online Team Battle, Simultaneous, Versus

Online Features
PS Network Compatible, Teams

ESRB Game Ratings

This game is Rated: Teen
Content is most suitable for children ages 13 and up. This game may contain violence, gambling, suggestive themes, crude humor, or some strong language.

Content Descriptors:

Mild Language, Realistic Violence