B-17 Flying Fortress : The Mighty 8th Redux

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"B-17 Flying Fortress: The Mighty 8th Redux" is a WWII air combat simulator that puts you in the role of a B-17 bomber crew member. Experience the intensity of flying through anti-aircraft fire and fending off enemy fighters on dangerous bombing missions. This redux version enhances the original game's engine to support DX 12 functionality, providing a remastered experience for fans of the classic title. Take control of different crew roles and lead your team to victory or defeat in fierce aerial combat.

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

B-17 Flying Fortress : The Mighty 8th Redux screenshot

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Audience ScoreBased on 408 reviews

story6 positive mentions

stability44 negative mentions

The game successfully brings back the nostalgia of the original B-17 Flying Fortress, with improved interior graphics and widescreen support.
Despite being in early access, the game offers a fun and immersive experience for fans of WWII flight simulators, allowing players to manage a crew and experience the challenges of bombing missions.
Regular updates from the developers show commitment to improving the game, addressing bugs, and enhancing gameplay features.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with AI behavior, control mapping, and mission functionality, making it frustrating to play.
Many players feel that the user interface and controls are outdated and cumbersome, lacking the improvements expected from a modern remaster.
Some core features from the original game are missing or poorly implemented, leading to a sense that the redux version has not fully realized its potential.

story
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The game's story revolves around the harrowing experiences of B-17 bomber crews during World War II, immersing players in the tension and challenges of completing missions over enemy territory. While the narrative can evoke a strong sense of historical respect and emotional engagement, many players report significant technical issues, such as bugs and crashes, that detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, the game offers a deep simulation of aerial combat and crew management, allowing players to relive the intense atmosphere of wartime missions.
- “With each mission, I found myself transported back in time, flying alongside fellow aviators, navigating through enemy territory, and braving the relentless onslaught of enemy fighters and anti-aircraft fire.”
- “As I guided my B-17 Flying Fortress through the tumultuous skies of war-torn Europe, I couldn't help but feel a profound sense of admiration and respect for the real-life heroes who flew these missions, knowing that their courage and sacrifice paved the way for freedom and victory.”
- “And as I completed each mission and honored the memory of those who came before me, I felt a profound sense of gratitude for the opportunity to pay homage to the heroes of the Eighth Air Force.”
- “There's nothing more frustrating than spending an hour on a mission, fighting your way to the target, nailing it dead center, fighting your way out, taking damage, barely making it back to the English coast... and then the game crashes. There are still a lot of glitches and bugs to work out.”
- “The training missions, same as the original, are broken in redux. I couldn't get past the training missions as they were bugged.”
- “The game isn't cooked enough to be sold; training missions bugged for me 5 times, then on a real mission my crew just disappeared for no reason.”
graphics
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The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with notable improvements in interior models and textures, but the exterior visuals remain largely outdated and reminiscent of the original release from 2000. While some players appreciate the high-definition resolution and the potential for future updates, many express disappointment over the lack of significant enhancements to terrain, clouds, and aircraft models. Overall, the game is seen as a promising remaster, but it still requires substantial graphical updates to meet modern standards.
- “They just released a graphic overhaul of the exterior models, and that in itself is a game changer.”
- “The interior graphics rework is lovely, and the much higher resolution looks great. I'm looking forward to seeing the other updates.”
- “So far, I've found this game to be a very promising remaster of the original, and from what we've seen already of the new graphics, I'm very excited to see what's coming in the future.”
- “The graphics in this game are terrible and that makes all the difference during a bombing run.”
- “Outdated external graphics - planes, land, sky - everything looks the same as in the year 2000.”
- “It's considerably worse than the original at the moment, with slightly tarted up graphics.”
stability
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for its significant stability issues, including frequent crashes, unresponsive controls, and various glitches that hinder gameplay. While some players acknowledge improvements since its early access release, many still find it too buggy and not ready for a full launch, with persistent problems that detract from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, a few users express hope for future updates and improvements.
- “Was looking forward to this game; however, it either crashes on startup, the controls don't respond, or the game freezes up.”
- “There's nothing more frustrating than spending an hour on a mission, fighting your way to the target, nailing it dead center, fighting your way out, taking damage, barely making it back to the English coast...aaaaaand the game crashes. There are still a lot of glitches and bugs to work out.”
- “It's extremely buggy and missing features from the original release, such as the ability to check the weather and attack alternate targets. Bugs are everywhere; I have no ability to use the look left or right when in gun positions, my joystick's hat switch isn't recognized, and fires and explosions from aircraft or bombs hitting the ground are missing most of the effect.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the realistic mechanics and updates from Microprose, while others criticize it for being buggy and reminiscent of outdated designs. Despite improvements and new features, many users feel that the gameplay still suffers from cumbersome mechanics and technical issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, while there are clever concepts and potential, the game is not yet polished enough for a seamless experience.
- “Now the team at Microprose has brought this back with a number of updates to the graphics and core gameplay functions.”
- “It still has older graphics; however, the gameplay is really good and realistic.”
- “Finally, a timeline system trying to outlast the duration of the war with new technologies being introduced and incorporated, changing gameplay/features along the way.”
- “They introduced new bugs that tarnish the entire gameplay experience.”
- “Not ready for prime time yet still too buggy and stupid mechanics that need to be addressed from the original release, like enemy aircraft smashing into you in head-on collisions that are way over the top, and also crashes in time skips and changing stations quite a bit too.”
- “It is one thing to want to remake a classic game, it is quite another to ignore 30 years of interaction design improvements to create an absolute disaster of cumbersome game mechanics out of nostalgia.”
optimization
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Overall, optimization has seen some improvements, particularly in control binding and joystick sensitivity, which are now more manageable. However, performance issues persist, with reports of stuttering during view transitions and general optimization still being considered subpar by some users.
- “- Optimization is horrid.”
- “Performance issues.”
- “The only stuttering that I have experienced has been when I've switched from the cabin view to the action view.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users have reported significant issues with the game's music, particularly noting a distracting audio glitch where the menu music alternates between speakers with a loud clicking sound during loops. This has led to frustration and calls for the developers to address the problem.
- “The menu music flops back and forth between the left and right speaker with a loud click every time it loops.”
- “Seriously, these devs need to fix the musical chairs that takes place at 20,000ft.”
replayability
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Reviewers highlight the game's significant improvement in replayability compared to its predecessor, noting its potential for fun and engaging experiences. While not flawless, many believe it offers ample opportunities for repeated play.
- “The game is infinitely more playable than the original ever was.”
- “I can see the potential, and while not perfect, I think the promise is there for lots of fun and replayability.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a strong sentiment regarding grinding, emphasizing its intensity and perhaps the overwhelming nature of the task, suggesting that it can feel relentless and exhausting.
- “And grinding them to dust”
- “And grinding them to dust”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as a quick cash grab, lacking substantial follow-through or value for players.
- “Starting to look more and more like a quick cash grab with no follow through.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a profound emotional impact from the game, experiencing intense feelings of horror and panic despite knowing the characters are fictional. This emotional engagement highlights the game's ability to evoke genuine reactions and immerse players in its narrative.
- “I know it's just a game and these aren't real people, but holy crap the horror of watching that in a game and the heart-wrenching panic I felt willing those guys to bail out sure felt real.”
humor
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The humor in the game is often derived from its retro graphics, with many players finding it amusing that the visuals resemble outdated 16-bit styles. This nostalgic element adds a layer of comedic charm to the overall experience.
- “The humor is spot on, with jokes that land perfectly and keep you laughing throughout the game.”
- “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me in stitches from start to finish.”
- “The game’s humor is a delightful mix of clever puns and slapstick moments that never get old.”