F-19 Stealth Fighter

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F-19 Stealth Fighter is a thrilling combat flight simulator, offering authentic scenarios and top-secret jet stealth technology. With its unique perspectives like TactiVue and TrakCam, it provides an immersive and action-packed experience. Explore four regions and engage in strategic air combat with hundreds of accurately modeled targets.

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Play Modes

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

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 86 reviews

story8 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

F-19 Stealth Fighter is a nostalgic classic that combines flight simulation with stealth mechanics, offering a unique and enjoyable experience.
The game features a variety of missions and realistic flight physics, making it both challenging and satisfying to play even decades after its release.
Players appreciate the depth of gameplay, including the need to manage fuel and weaponry, as well as the thrill of sneaking past enemy radar.

The graphics and sound are outdated, which may deter new players who are accustomed to modern gaming standards.
Some users have reported issues with the DOSBox version, including control problems and bugs that can hinder gameplay.
The lack of a save feature and the need to memorize numerous keyboard commands can be frustrating for players, especially those unfamiliar with the original game.

story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
77%
6%
The story aspect of the game is centered around a diverse range of missions, including reconnaissance and bombing, which provide engaging gameplay and a unique twist with stealth elements. Players appreciate the depth of mission planning, where selecting the right ordinance is crucial for success, and the thrill of earning medals adds to the nostalgic experience. Overall, the narrative is enriched by the variety of randomly generated missions that keep the gameplay fresh and challenging.
- “The variety of missions, ranging from reconnaissance to bombing, kept things interesting and the stealth aspect added a unique twist to the traditional flight simulator formula.”
- “I loved the various missions that were available and the theatres of war you could choose to fight in.”
- “And still, 25 years later, we talk about that epic mission.”
- “The story lacks depth and fails to engage the player, making missions feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- “While the gameplay mechanics are solid, the narrative feels disjointed and fails to provide a compelling reason to complete missions.”
- “The missions are random and lack a cohesive storyline, which makes it hard to feel invested in the overall experience.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
63%
13%
The graphics of the game are considered top-notch for its time, with many reviewers noting their old-school charm despite being basic by today's standards. While some players appreciate the realistic flight physics and engaging missions, others highlight the game's lack of modern graphical fidelity, suggesting that it remains enjoyable primarily for its gameplay rather than its visuals. Overall, the graphics are seen as a nostalgic element that does not detract from the game's status as a classic flight simulator.
- “The graphics were top-notch for the era and the flight physics felt realistic, making the game challenging and satisfying to play.”
- “With graphics and customization way before its time, F-19 stands out as a legend of the 1990s.”
- “Graphics are a little old school, but the flight simulator is really good, and the missions are fun.”
- “Even though the graphics are very basic, I can still happily play this game today.”
- “- and by that I mean it doesn't really have graphics.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
72%
17%
The gameplay of early MicroProse titles, particularly F19, is praised for its innovative blend of flight simulation and stealth mechanics, setting a high standard that remains unmatched in modern games. Players appreciate the evolution of gameplay over the years, noting that while newer games may offer improved graphics, they lack the unique gameplay experience found in these classic titles. Overall, the gameplay is celebrated for its depth and historical significance in the genre.
- “Early MicroProse released several flight simulators which gradually became better and better, especially from a gameplay perspective.”
- “F19's gameplay is a brilliant mixture of flight simulator and stealth.”
- “So here I am, a 68-year-old playing these games from decades ago, which says a lot about the standard of gameplay from MicroProse.”
- “In other words, you will not find a similar gameplay in modern games.”
- “It has the same gameplay, but more pixels and more scenarios.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game is noted for its depth and realism, contributing to a high level of replayability, despite not being overly hardcore.
- “The game is realistic and not very hardcore, but deep and replayable.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players generally find the game to be enjoyable and infused with a good sense of humor, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “The game is filled with fun and humor that keeps you entertained.”
- “The humor in the game is clever and adds a delightful twist to the gameplay.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor in unexpected ways, making every moment enjoyable.”