Aviators

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DISCOVER THE HISTORY OF THE POLISH AIR FORCE DURING WORLD WAR IITake the role of a Polish aviation ace from World War II and engage in aerial battles with the Luftwaffe! Learn the story of the legendary Polish 1586 Special Destiny Squadron and join them on incredible missions. Repel the attacks of the German air force, operate devices on board the Halifax MK, communicate with the local partisan un…

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

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 553 reviews

story54 positive mentions

stability11 negative mentions

The game offers a rich historical background, providing players with educational insights about Polish aviators during WWII.
Graphics and animations are well-executed, creating an immersive experience that enhances the storytelling.
It's a free game, making it accessible for anyone interested in history or aviation.

The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with some mechanics being overly simplistic or frustrating.
Voice acting is often criticized for being flat and lacking emotional depth, detracting from the overall experience.
The game is quite short, with many players wishing for more content and longer missions.

story
151 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its engaging and educational portrayal of Polish pilots during World War II, offering a unique perspective that is often overlooked. While many players appreciate the well-written narrative and immersive cutscenes, they note that the overall experience is quite short, typically lasting under an hour, which leaves some feeling unsatisfied. Despite its brevity, the storytelling is considered a highlight, with some reviewers calling it a significant and respectful tribute to the historical figures involved.
- “Aviators tells the story of a number of Polish pilots, some of which are based on true stories, providing the player with the opportunity to relive these pilots’ experiences caring for and repairing planes, flying over occupied Europe, and engaging in dogfights with Nazi Junkers.”
- “It's a fantastic story for a game, and the inclusion of real people and their stories adds a sense of honour and respect to the act of making a game like this.”
- “Overall, this game is a nice way of remembering and spreading out the story of the Polish soldiers fighting their way back to their home country.”
- “Another thing that really bothered me was, during the cutscenes between missions, the text on screen was only in Polish.”
- “Unfortunately, the story is short and will end in less than an hour, so enjoy and play each chapter and complete it within several days.”
- “At first, it seemed very interesting, but no... this game is not worth downloading 25 GB because the gameplay is very weak and the story is very weak, but the graphics are tolerable, and worst of all, the battles in the game are clichéd and very weak.”
gameplay
94 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the graphics are impressive, the mechanics often feel repetitive, flawed, or lacking depth. Some found the gameplay to be a mere filler between engaging story elements, while others criticized the controls and shooting mechanics as cumbersome and historically inaccurate. Overall, the game offers a variety of gameplay styles but struggles with execution, leading to a generally underwhelming experience for many players.
- “The graphics are top notch and the gameplay is just amazing.”
- “Gameplay really is a good way to tell such a story.”
- “Absolutely stunning gameplay and graphics!”
- “To be clear, from a gameplay perspective, Aviators is a miserable experience.”
- “The overall gameplay was very weak and the subtitles were delayed and didn't match with what was being said.”
- “If this game was just a show or documentary or movie it would be perfectly fine but the fact that you have gameplay that only lasts probably a solid 40-60 minutes with what feels like a campaign that was whipped together in a week as well as such a lack of detail in the gameplay that it kind of hurts to call this game historical is pretty saddening.”
graphics
93 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally praised for their quality, with many users highlighting stunning visuals and well-produced animations that enhance the storytelling experience. However, some players noted inconsistencies in graphical performance, particularly during missions, and mentioned issues with optimization that affected gameplay on lower-end systems. Overall, while the graphics are considered a strong point, they are accompanied by mixed feedback regarding gameplay mechanics and technical performance.
- “It has stunning graphics; I don't need RTX for it.”
- “The graphics are top notch and the gameplay is just amazing.”
- “The graphics are awesome and pull you into the action; animations provide extra context, making the story come alive.”
- “Graphics are mediocre during actual missions.”
- “The optimization is abysmal though, the game is pretty large for how little content there is, and the graphics have awful optimizations; even in low graphics, my PC (great performance, can run War Thunder at 100+ fps) struggled a lot in certain levels.”
- “Felt like a mobile game with console graphics (I had everything on max).”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant bugs and glitches that hinder the overall experience. While some appreciate the graphics and story, the frequent technical issues, such as clunky controls and erratic gameplay mechanics, detract from enjoyment. Overall, the game shows potential but requires substantial improvements in stability to fully engage players.
- “I really want to like this game, however, it's way too buggy.”
- “Unfortunately it is too clunky, buggy, and too much boy-scout aura for me to enjoy this.”
- “Why is it so buggy and whenever I move it starts fast walking and the mouse sensitivity is so broken?”
optimization
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues despite having capable hardware. While some users noted that high graphics settings performed well, others experienced struggles even on lower settings, indicating that the optimization is inconsistent and often inadequate for the game's size and content. Overall, while the game is praised for its quality, the optimization remains a notable concern for many players.
- “The performance is fine.”
- “Just an incredible game, well optimized, and well done.”
- “'Very high' graphics are well optimized, I barely experience lag.”
- “The optimization is abysmal though, the game is pretty large for how little content there is, and the graphics have awful optimizations. Even in low graphics, my PC (great performance, can run War Thunder at 100+ fps) struggled a lot in certain levels.”
- “Sometimes, the game lacks optimization (especially at the beginning of the last episode), but the historical knowledge that we can acquire from the notes makes me turn a blind eye to performance issues.”
- “Yet I still had performance issues and I'm running this on a 3060 Ti.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the pleasant soundtrack and orchestral elements, others find it lacking in intensity and immersion, with voice acting described as uninspired. Overall, the music enhances the visuals but may not fully engage players seeking a more dynamic audio experience.
- “I really enjoyed the soundtrack and was quite surprised with the visuals.”
- “An entire freaking orchestra was used for the music according to the credits.”
- “Pleasant graphics, cool music, and good dubbing.”
- “It's not intense enough; the music isn't intense, and the voice acting isn't intense at all. They sound like they are on their morning stroll, making it pretty hard to immerse yourself in the game.”
- “The music is just a 1-minute loop that gets repetitive quickly.”
- “An entire orchestra was used for the music according to the credits, but it doesn't feel like it.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is overly tedious and simplistic, with players expressing frustration over repetitive and uninspired gameplay sections. Many feel that the grinding is excessive, often requiring significant time investment to progress, leading to a clunky and unenjoyable experience.
- “A bit grindy.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “The story is clunky and tedious.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its engaging historical setting and impressive graphics, creating an immersive experience. While the English voice acting may not meet expectations, the detailed levels contribute significantly to the overall ambiance.
- “I liked the plot of the story, the historical atmosphere, and the innovative game mechanics.”
- “The game has great graphics and atmosphere; it's very interesting.”
- “The English voice acting isn't great, but the levels are very detailed and the atmosphere is fantastic.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers note that while the audio quality is excellent, the emotional tone often feels bland or mismatched with the game's context, detracting from the overall emotional impact.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game appears to stem from a sense of frustration, as players feel mocked by the developers for the awkward and overly complicated stealth segments in a game focused on aviation. This disconnect between the game's theme and gameplay mechanics leads to a comedic yet exasperating experience.
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with witty dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, making even the most intense moments feel light-hearted and fun.”
- “The quirky characters and their ridiculous antics add a layer of comedy that makes the gameplay experience truly enjoyable.”