Apache: Air Assault

45%
Game Brain Score Based on 12 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
Apache: Air Assault Game Cover
If you always wanted a game like Battlefield: Bad Company but only choppers, you're wish has come true with Apache: Air Assault. In the game where you are always flying a helicopter and this flight simulator has gone into some great detail with the choppers.
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Apache: Air Assault features more than 16 multi-stage missions involving air and ground strike operations off the coast of Africa, the mountains of the Middle East and the jungles of Central America, each meticulously created using high resolution map data from real-world satellite photography. Apache helicopters are some of the most sophisticated combat aircraft on the planet - the player gets to…

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Reviews

45%
Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
music1 negative mentions
  • The game features a highly realistic helicopter flight simulation with detailed controls and physics, providing a rewarding challenge for players.
  • Graphics and explosive gameplay are impressive, with visuals on par with popular titles like Call of Duty, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Co-op modes are engaging, allowing players to work together as pilot and gunner, which adds depth and fun to the gameplay.
  • The learning curve is steep, especially in realistic mode, making it difficult for players to master the controls without significant practice.
  • Some players find the controls frustrating when using standard controllers, suggesting that a joystick is almost necessary for an enjoyable experience.
  • Mission difficulty can be unbalanced, with some missions being nearly impossible to complete, leading to frustration for players.
  • story18 mentions

    The game's story is set against diverse backdrops, including South America and Eastern Europe, featuring creative missions inspired by real-world events like "Black Hawk Down." However, the lack of dialogue and narrative depth leaves the experience feeling somewhat dull, despite the engaging mission variety and squad-based gameplay. Players appreciate the challenge of missions but note that some can be nearly impossible, requiring multiple attempts to succeed.

    • “Campaign mode: very creative, overtones of South America, Somalia including a 'Black Hawk Down' mission and pirates at sea, and Eastern Europe.”
    • “The missions vary and are challenging and fun.”
    • “It's fun to wreak havoc, but after two or three missions you have to be a freaking expert, even on training mode.”
    • “I guess I need to buy a joystick...? There is absolutely no story dialogue, which makes the game dull.”
    • “Those games are years older than this game and provided a much better feel for flying a helicopter, plus gave a decent story to follow.”
    • “It's fun to wreak havoc, but after two or three missions, you have to be a freaking expert, even on training mode.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics in the game are generally praised for their realism and high fidelity, particularly in helicopter flight simulation and explosive action, with comparisons made to titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. While many players find the visuals impressive, especially on the PS3, some note that the landscapes lack detail and that the overall gameplay experience may overshadow the graphical quality. Overall, the graphics are considered good to excellent, though opinions vary on their impact on the game's enjoyment.

    • “This game combines high-fidelity helicopter flight simulation with realistic controls and physics, featuring action-packed explosive graphics and stunning gameplay.”
    • “The combination of high-fidelity flight simulation, graphics and explosions on par with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, along with unique gunner views, FLIR, and drone views, makes this game very sophisticated.”
    • “The graphics are excellent for the PS3, and the sound was excellent too.”
    • “The graphics are okay, but the gameplay is horrible.”
    • “Graphics when shooting infantry in FLIR; they didn't blow apart or start to run.”
    • “Landscapes were not given a lot of thought in terms of graphics.”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging simulation elements, maintaining quality without compromising on challenge. While the graphics are decent for a console title, the true excitement lies in the gameplay experience.

    • “I love the simulation aspects of the game, not sacrificing quality of gameplay for an easier experience.”
    • “Graphics are pretty good for a console game, but the real thrill comes not from the visuals but the gameplay itself.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is noted to be quite loud, making it difficult for players to hear important audio cues, such as the AI gunner's instructions.

    • “I had a hard time hearing the AI gunner over the music.”
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Critic Reviews

75% average critic score

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