Air Combat Online

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"Air Combat Online is a shooter game that combines single-player mode with an engaging story and masterful gameplay. The game boasts phenomenal graphics, but is held back by excessive advertisements and bugs. As described by the game, it brings the classic Air Combat experience to modern multi-touch devices."

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,780 reviews

graphics297 positive mentions

monetization22 negative mentions

Great graphics and smooth gameplay, making it an enjoyable experience.
The game offers a variety of planes and modes, keeping the gameplay fresh and exciting.
The controls are easy to learn, making it accessible for both new and experienced players.

The matchmaking system is unbalanced, often pairing low-level players with much higher-level opponents.
There are frequent server issues, including disconnections and lag during matches.
Progression can be slow, with high costs for upgrades and planes, making it feel pay-to-win.

graphics
368 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
17%
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The graphics of the game receive a mixed response from users, with many praising the overall quality and detail, particularly in aircraft design and environments. However, several reviewers express a desire for improvements, particularly in realism and variety, suggesting that while the graphics are good for a mobile game, they could be enhanced to match higher console standards. Overall, the game is noted for its smooth performance and appealing visuals, but there is a consensus that further upgrades could elevate the experience significantly.
- “Exceptional and amazing graphically.”
- “The graphics are great and the game is fun but the legendary planes cost about $50 or more to impossible to win that many diamonds so be prepared to.”
- “Great graphics, smooth gameplay, no ads that keep popping up after every game.”
- “The graphics are very low.”
- “Terrible graphics and just so bad of a game.”
- “Very odd game.....and third-class graphics.”
gameplay
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
33%
4%
Overall, the gameplay is well-received, featuring a variety of game modes, planes, and customization options that enhance the experience. However, players have noted issues with progression rates, online lag, and some mechanics that can be frustrating, such as missile evasion. Despite these concerns, many appreciate the smooth controls, graphics, and the balance between challenge and accessibility, making it a standout air combat game on mobile.
- “Overall superb gameplay, just needs more maps and maybe cheaper skins.”
- “Great gameplay and you don't have to buy stuff to be competitive.”
- “The general gameplay of this game is good, with acceptable graphics, smooth gameplay and a stunning 3D environment.”
- “Clearly not a fair gameplay.”
- “Gameplay was ok but needing energy to perform evasive maneuvers and to use the afterburner is frustrating, and not being able to evade missiles sometimes is really annoying.”
- “But the new update has made gameplay painfully slow.”
story
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
83%
4%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative or campaign mode. Users find the missions repetitive and overly challenging, often feeling that they are designed to push players towards in-game purchases rather than providing a rewarding gameplay experience. While the graphics and multiplayer modes receive praise, the overall sentiment suggests that the story and mission structure need significant improvement to enhance player enjoyment.
- “The lack of lag, the great graphics, and the entertaining missions make this a one-of-a-kind game.”
- “The campaign missions are fun to play as well as survival!”
- “It is very tough competition though; it's lots of fun trying to beat the devil fighters in the missions.”
- “This game is very expensive, because of very poor rewards (even in special events), very long time for collecting shards, very expensive planes, useless XP points and gold, so it's all about money... and of course, boring missions and challenges.”
- “It was a good game before... now it is a pay-to-win (no skill) game... even the missions... you play to a certain level then you have to pay to pass missions... don't waste your time... look somewhere else.”
- “There is only one thing that is good: the graphics. Instead of that, everything is unacceptable: too long gameplay (like survival mode, career mode, etc.) and too low rewards (like in survival mode after the 11th wave you get only 500 gold). In mission mode, you can get a prize, but after one mission is done, it takes 5 hours to cool down. Seriously, there is almost no way to earn diamonds.”
monetization
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
16%
69%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the option to earn in-game currency through ads, while others express frustration over the difficulty of acquiring gems and the unreliability of ad rewards. Some users report that in-app purchases can feel necessary for progression, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab, despite others enjoying the lack of intrusive ads. Overall, while the game allows for free play, players often find it challenging to advance without spending money or encountering issues with ad rewards.
- “It's a great game for entertainment; thousands of players spend their time and money on upskilling and in-app purchases for upgrading planes and accessories for better performance.”
- “Sweetest pilot game I've played on mobile; no ads, no BS, just as a game should be!”
- “Great graphics, smooth gameplay, no ads that keep popping up after every game.”
- “The company will block you from updating your planes and weapons by not providing gems based on everyday missions, and they even blocked gems for advertisements after reaching near level 35.”
- “When I'm watching the advertising for free gems, the game crashes halfway through the process and automatically restarts, and I don't get my gems. I would love to see this fixed.”
- “And when you do watch the advertising videos or download apps to get free diamonds... you don't actually get the diamonds afterwards. I hate being taken for a ride!”
stability
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
7%
78%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent glitches, crashes, and freezing issues, particularly after updates. While some users have experienced smooth gameplay with no apparent problems, a significant number express frustration over ongoing technical issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a major concern for a large portion of the player base.
- “I played back in 2016 and loved the game; there were little to no glitches.”
- “It's great handling with no glitches.”
- “No lag, no glitches.”
- “The game has some glitches (the game shows that I have received personal messages, but when I look at the thread where the new message is indicated, the message box is blank) and has randomly crashed on me.”
- “I press update, and it freezes all the time with no download progress further than half of the progress bar.”
- “The game just freezes after opening.”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players have mixed feelings about the game's optimization. While many appreciate the smooth gameplay and performance on various devices, some express concerns about the need for further optimization, particularly regarding in-app purchases and upgrade mechanics. Recent updates have had a mixed impact, with some users noting improvements while others feel that performance has declined.
- “Very well optimized game.”
- “Game runs smoothly with no flaws on Sony Xperia Z5.”
- “It is a great game that gives a super real 3D experience and a very smooth gameplay, except for some minor bugs. It runs smoothly even on a 2G carrier network.”
- “Was much more optimized and cleaner gameplay before the updated version.”
- “This game creates huge performance bias against you if you don't pay in the long run.”
- “The nice thing in this game is only the colors of the plane, but the performance is excellent garbage.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players enjoying the soundtrack during gameplay and expressing a desire for more variety. While some appreciate the existing music, others request the option to disable it during battles and suggest adding more tracks to enhance the experience. Overall, the music complements the game's graphics and controls, contributing positively to the overall enjoyment.
- “I am addicted to say the least. The graphics are awesome, the selection is very worthwhile, and I do enjoy the music that plays when you're picking out your jet or purchasing whatever. Definitely love this game!”
- “Amazing, the music is great! 👍”
- “Graphics and music are awesome... easy to control... loved it.”
- “During the battle, could you please remove the music?”
- “I wish there was more music and a greater variety of flying environments.”
- “I'm going to have to fire up my Top Gun soundtrack.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny due to quirky elements like amusing upgrade names and unexpected aircraft designations, while others feel the humor falls flat or is overshadowed by gameplay issues. Overall, it seems to provide a lighthearted experience, particularly in its arcade-style play, but opinions vary on its comedic effectiveness.
- “A lot of different ways to play, and it is fast-paced and funny like an arcade!”
- “Game is top class, but they stole my call sign Maverick and changed it to something funny.”
- “It's funny looking at an F-14 Tomcat and it being called an F-52 Hound.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be frustrating, as it often feels more like a chore than enjoyable gameplay. The high costs of upgrades and low rewards, coupled with the lack of reliable sources for in-game currency, make the process of acquiring new items tedious and time-consuming.
- “I feel like it's grinding most of the time rather than actually playing.”
- “Farming gems is a no-go; the upgrades are expensive but the rewards are minimal.”
- “There's no stable source of diamonds to rely on, and the cash rewards are pretty low, making it take forever to farm for a new plane, which can be quite annoying.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional response to the game is largely positive, with players expressing enjoyment in teamwork and achievements; however, technical issues detract from the experience, leading to frustration and disappointment.