Jane's Advanced Strike Fighters

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"Jane's Advanced Strike Fighters" is a combat flight simulation game set in the fictional country of Azbaristan. As squadron leader Razor, players will lead the fight to reunify the country and protect Western interests. The game features intense multiplayer combat for up to 16 players and full campaign co-op play for 2-4 players. Players will face off against cunning enemies from the North, with aerial, ground, and naval forces to contend with.

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31%

Audience ScoreBased on 503 reviews

story19 positive mentions

graphics32 negative mentions

The game offers a fun, accessible flight combat experience that can be enjoyable for casual players.
The graphics, while not groundbreaking, are decent and the aircraft models are well done.
It can be a good time-waster for those looking for an arcade-style flight game, especially if played with friends in co-op mode.

The game suffers from poor controls and a lack of proper controller support, making it frustrating to play.
It is not a true flight simulator and lacks depth, with many missions feeling repetitive and uninspired.
The multiplayer mode is broken, and the game has numerous bugs that hinder the overall experience.

story
145 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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12%
The game's story is largely criticized as generic and forgettable, revolving around a lone pilot in a fictional conflict without significant depth or character development. While the campaign consists of 16 missions with varied objectives, many players find the plot lacks engagement and is overshadowed by repetitive mission types and uninspired voice acting. Overall, the narrative serves merely as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a compelling element of the experience.
- “The game does offer some challenges; perhaps a third to half the missions require you to fly low through enemy territory, which amusingly is down the block from your base. Many of the missions are air-ground combat with missile defenses shooting at you while you look for a radar tower nearby before continuing with your objectives.”
- “There are 16 missions overall, and dare I say it, they are nicely laid out! The plot is not Oscar material, but it's good enough to give some background and continuity to the missions.”
- “Very much an arcade shooter with a variety of missions that follow a story, feels much like a spiritual successor to Afterburner.”
- “The main campaign is a few-hours experience (16 missions in total if I counted correctly) with a totally forgettable plot and story.”
- “I can't tell you about the story because I quit the game after not much time at all.”
- “The missions are boring, the story is extremely thin, the voice acting is quite literally some of the worst I've experienced in a game, and the graphics are subpar for a game as new as it is.”
graphics
94 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
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The graphics in this game receive mixed reviews, with many players finding them to be merely adequate or subpar, often citing issues like graphical glitches and limited customization options. While some appreciate the visuals as decent for a less demanding game, others express disappointment, feeling that the graphics do not live up to modern standards or the expectations set by promotional screenshots. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics may suffice for casual play, they lack the polish and detail that would elevate the gaming experience.
- “Great graphics and theme.”
- “I love the graphics - it's not demanding on the hardware and still has nice visuals and gameplay.”
- “Easy controllable and relaxing flying game with nice graphics and interesting terrain - mountains, rivers, cities.”
- “I'm very unimpressed by both the graphics and controller support.”
- “The controls are terrible, the graphics are far worse than what the screenshots indicate.”
- “The missions are boring, the story is extremely thin, the voice acting is quite literally some of the worst I've experienced in a game, and the graphics are subpar for a game as new as it is.”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
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The gameplay has been described as a fast-paced, arcade-style experience reminiscent of classic flight games, but it suffers from limited mechanics and a simplistic control scheme that detracts from its potential. While some players find it fun and addictive, many criticize the poor optimization, frustrating UI, and lackluster visuals, leading to a mixed reception overall. The attempt to blend arcade and simulation elements has not resonated well, leaving some players feeling disappointed and bored.
- “Imagine the Ace Combat 3-4 gameplay loop but with a mid-tier LucasArts narrative tone, and you'll have a rough idea of what to expect.”
- “Gameplay is quite fast; as said, it's arcade, but it's pretty good in non-hectic moments.”
- “-Fun gameplay- the gameplay is fun and addicting.”
- “I wasn't expecting an advanced or even middle road flight sim, but the gameplay is so limited and simplistic that it works against the purpose of the game (to show off jet fighters), because you find yourself wrestling with the simplicity and control scheme.”
- “The gameplay of JASF is the worst part, unfortunately.”
- “Gameplay is at times incredibly boring and at other times can be frustrating due to the terrible UI.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as average and repetitive, with a calming quality that some players appreciate. While the sound effects and soundtrack do not leave a lasting impression, the dynamic changes in music during engagements help players stay aware of in-game events. Overall, the sound design is considered lacking, with few memorable elements.
- “I do like how engagement changes the music, so you'd know if you're being attacked and you won't go crazy with the same sounds over and over.”
- “[*] soothing soundtrack, not obnoxious.”
- “Sound is pretty average on sound effects and music but with some nice talking and radio transmissions that inform you about the development of the mission or the campaign.”
- “Music and sound design are... poor, really.”
- “Nothing stuck with me at all, and I'm not trying to look for the soundtrack online or anything.”
- “Soundtrack is repetitive, but quite calming at times.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized, with reports of freezing issues on high-end systems and occasional graphic glitches and stuttering during gameplay. While some users note that it isn't overly buggy, the overall impression is that the game feels poorly optimized and lacks polish.
- “I have a new top-end computer, Legion Slim 7, cost $18.00, and the game starts for about a minute then freezes up.”
- “I've seen some graphic glitches playing in single-player; sometimes there's a bit of stuttering.”
- “I got the strong impression that someone figured, 'if we license some fighter aircraft, and slap the name of Jane's Information Group on the thing, we can sell a few units.' It's not that the game is buggy, it's just that it's so... cheap.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely criticized, with many finding the frequent crashes and explosions to become tedious rather than amusing. While some players appreciate the "hilariously bad" dialogue, overall, the humor is described as corny and unentertaining, detracting from the experience.
- “Good game... not really a Jane's one... but anyway, funny!”
- “There is nothing to enjoy (besides maybe the hilariously bad dialogue) in this dark spot on the Jane's legacy.”
- “Some of the corniest dialogue I've heard in ages, and not in a funny way.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with users reporting graphic glitches, screen tearing, and occasional stuttering, particularly when using a mouse. While the visuals are generally acceptable for an arcade-style flight game, the performance issues detract from the overall experience.
- “I've seen some graphic glitches while playing in single-player; sometimes there's a bit of stuttering.”
- “This game looks fine as an Ace Combat type game (not a realistic simulator), except that it is not optimized for using a mouse.”
- “Although I did experience some screen tears and occasional stuttering throughout my loop-de-loop camera turning spiral into the end of the runway.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers decent replayability, appealing to both veteran and casual gamers, though issues with Xbox 360 controller support may hinder the experience for some, making it more reliant on keyboard controls. Overall, while it has engaging content, the control issues could affect how often players return to it.
- “More playable than some, but the Xbox 360 controller issue (saying it is supported but not really?) makes this a keyboard chore.”
- “If you're a veteran gamer, there's a good chance you'll remember the Jane's series of flight sims from the late 90s, which excelled in detail, but were playable by casual gamers.”

50%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

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