aerofly RC 8

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aerofly RC 8 is a single player and multiplayer simulation game. It was developed by IPACS and was released on February 5, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Aerofly RC 8 is a realistic RC model flight simulator, offering 64 default models and 15 sceneries. It provides immersive VR mode, various model types, and exciting flying challenges, making it suitable for beginners and professionals alike. The game offers expansions for even more content and realistic flight experiences .

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Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

atmosphere1 negative mentions

The simulator offers realistic flight physics that closely translate to real-life RC flying, making it a valuable training tool.
Graphics are impressive, with detailed aircraft models and extensive 3D scenery, providing an immersive experience, especially in VR mode.
The game features a wide variety of aircraft and challenges, allowing players to practice and improve their skills in a fun and engaging way.

The game is considered overpriced for the amount of content available, with many users feeling that the base game lacks variety and depth.
Some users report issues with the user interface and controller setup, making it less user-friendly, especially for beginners.
Graphics and performance in VR mode are criticized as being dated, with some players experiencing glitches and a lack of detail in the environment.

graphics
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the impressive visuals, detailed aircraft models, and extensive 3D scenery that perform well even on lower-end hardware. However, some users note that the graphics engine feels outdated and that certain simulation issues detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good to superb, there are areas for improvement, particularly in the selection of aircraft and simulation accuracy.
- “The graphics are amazing.”
- “The graphics quality is superb, including the detailed aircraft models and extensive 3D scenery for FPV flying (complete with ripples in the sea).”
- “Awesome graphics and pretty accurate controls with the RC USB controller.”
- “It's ok in flat screen mode, but the graphics engine looks ancient.”
- “Graphics are poor for such a simple app.”
- “- simulation issues, like gears tearing off as soon as they hit grass (see artwork tab to see what I mean).”
optimization
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Reviews indicate that optimization in the game allows for models to be tailored for either 3D performance or visually appealing competition snapshots, but achieving both simultaneously typically requires the use of dual rates. This limitation suggests a trade-off in setup preferences for players.
- “Models can be optimized for 3D flying or for visually appealing competition snapshots, but it's challenging to achieve both with the same setup unless you utilize dual rates, similar to real life.”
- “The optimization options available allow for a tailored flying experience, enhancing both performance and aesthetics.”
- “I appreciate how the game provides various optimization settings, enabling players to fine-tune their experience based on personal preferences and flying styles.”
- “The optimization in this game is severely lacking; it feels like the developers prioritized aesthetics over performance.”
- “I often experience significant frame drops, which makes the gameplay frustrating and unresponsive.”
- “The game runs poorly on mid-range hardware, indicating that the optimization is not well-balanced for different system specifications.”
story
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The story is praised for its immersive experience, particularly when played in VR mode with the Quest 3 headset, enhancing the overall engagement and enjoyment.
atmosphere
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Users note that creating a fully fluid dynamic model of the atmosphere in real-time remains a challenge for simulation games, highlighting a common limitation across the genre.
- “All sims have this problem as it's impossible to create a fully fluid dynamic model of the atmosphere in real time with a desktop computer (yet).”
gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its realistic mechanics and sound design, though some users note that certain terrain elements appear less convincing.
- “The mechanics feel realistic and the sounds are wonderfully immersive, creating an engaging gameplay experience.”
- “The mechanics feel realistic and the sounds are wonderfully realistic, but some of the terrain looks a little fake.”