Scramble: Battle of Britain

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Scramble: Battle of Britain is a multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Slitherine Ltd. and was released on October 30, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Scramble: Battle of Britain is a tactical, turn-based dogfighting game set during the intense 1940 aerial battles between the Luftwaffe and RAF. Players command squadrons through planning, simulation, and review phases, utilizing realistic aerodynamics and physics-based flight simulation. The game combines strategic decision-making with dynamic 3D combat and detailed battle analysis tools.

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 170 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Unique turn-based aerial combat mechanics that require strategic planning and execution.
Engaging Squadron Leader mode adds depth by managing pilots and their attributes, making each mission feel impactful.
Visually appealing with good physics, and the replay feature allows players to analyze their tactics and improve.

Currently lacks sufficient content, including a campaign mode and a wider variety of aircraft.
AI behavior can be frustrating, with instances of friendly fire and unrealistic maneuvers that detract from immersion.
Performance issues and bugs are present, particularly with flight mechanics and controls, making gameplay feel inconsistent.

gameplay
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
64%
9%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by a unique turn-based mechanic that offers a blend of challenge and accessibility, making aerial combat engaging for a wide audience. While many players appreciate the core mechanics and potential for depth, there are concerns about the current limitations, such as repetitive gameplay, frustrating flight physics, and a lack of variety in content. Overall, the game shows promise but requires further development and polish to fully realize its potential.
- “Awesome and addictive WWII flight combat game with a unique turn-based mechanic.”
- “Gameplay is challenging and rewarding in a pleasing balance.”
- “Scramble: Battle of Britain somehow manages to make aerial battles accessible for a wide audience with equal parts simulated depth and fun gameplay.”
- “The game mechanics are simply broken - the fighters turn like oil tankers and many basic maneuvers are missing.”
- “The flight mechanics aren't working in a lot of cases, unfortunately.”
- “Gameplay becomes repetitive in the current development state; I'm very eager to see the upcoming features to bring more variety.”
story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
76%
10%
The game's story revolves around tactical air combat, where players engage in missions involving small groups of planes, focusing on survival and mission success. While the gameplay offers various modes, including squadron leader and instant action, many players feel the narrative lacks depth, as missions often feel random and disconnected from a larger storyline. Despite some bugs and frustrations, the core mechanics provide an entertaining experience, especially as pilots develop skills and face the challenges of aerial warfare.
- “In the squadron commander mode, you earn points from these missions based on whether or not any of the bombers made it to the target and whether your pilots survived.”
- “Then there’s the mission mode, which includes a thorough training tutorial and challenges; an instant action and a dogfight generator are also built into this version, so you’ll have plenty on your plate if you choose this mode.”
- “If the green pilots survive a few missions their chances increase dramatically, and then another increase when they become an ace.”
- “The few pre-made missions are mostly garbage (friendly fire in particular).”
- “What's here is playable and gives you a good idea of what to expect from the combat, but you're just flying random missions with no impact other than whether or not your pilots die.”
- “The tutorials are like brain dead easy, brain dead easy, brain dead easy... then the first actual mission drops you off a cliff if you aren't ready for it.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
39%
23%
Overall, the graphics in the game are praised for their quality and visual appeal, particularly during replays and in the depiction of aircraft. While many users appreciate the aesthetics and find them soothing, some note that certain elements could benefit from refinement and additional settings. The combination of good graphics and solid gameplay mechanics contributes to a satisfying experience, though there are calls for further enhancements before the final release.
- “Visuals are pretty, especially during replays.”
- “The graphics, models and the way this game works makes it also somehow soothing.”
- “My favourite part of the game is the graphics and watching video at the end of the battle, seeing all the turns play out in a movie.”
- “Some graphics and audio features are a bit clunky or very basic, such as hitmarkers always being a tiny explosion noise.”
- “The graphics could use a little touch up to make the aircraft really shine, but the mechanics are perfect.”
- “I want more graphics settings.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The game's optimization is notably weak, impacting overall performance despite its potential. While the mechanics and pilot traits are well-designed, players have reported issues with graphics and unexplained performance drops during gameplay, which can hinder the experience. The chaotic air combat becomes more rewarding with understanding, but the lack of clarity regarding certain mechanics adds to the frustration.
- “The graphics could use a little touch-up to make the aircraft really shine, but the mechanics are perfect. Pilots have traits that affect their performance both positively and negatively, and you have to carefully manage their flight time to manage fatigue.”
- “Air combat is chaotic as hell, but as you understand more, it gets progressively more rewarding. Although there are some undocumented 'features' which I don't fully understand, such as the performance of planes dropping off severely after some turns. Is this a fuel limitation or am I running into an invisible wall?”
- “The game may have potential, but performance and optimization are really weak.”
- “Air combat is chaotic as hell, but as you understand more, it gets progressively more rewarding. However, there are some undocumented 'features' that I don't fully understand, such as the performance of planes dropping off severely after some turns. Is this a fuel limitation or am I running into an invisible wall?”
- “Usually, it seems like the enemy team has 4-6 planes when I deploy, so maybe double or triple ace is a more realistic minimum performance baseline.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
Reviewers highlight the game's immersive and fun experience, noting its replayability is currently strong but could be significantly enhanced with the addition of a level editor, mod support for new planes, and a more developed campaign. Many express anticipation for future updates that could further expand replay value.
- “Immersive, fun, replayable, and historical.”
- “I could only imagine the replayability if and when more features are added, such as suggested in this review.”
- “A level editor and the ability to mod in new planes would vastly expand the replayability of this.”
- “I'm looking forward to hopefully see more playable planes and a fleshed-out campaign in the future.”
- “I can only imagine the replayability if and when more features are added, as suggested in this review.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with recent patches addressing most major bugs. While some minor issues remain, they do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment, especially considering the game's early access status.
- “The early state of the game isn't buggy at all, and it doesn't hinder the fun.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any major issues, allowing for an enjoyable experience.”
- “I haven't encountered any significant bugs, which makes for a stable and enjoyable gameplay.”
- “While it's a bit buggy, a recent patch has fixed most of the glaring issues.”
- “While this game is still early in the early access phase, that isn't to say it's a buggy, unplayable mess.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The music in the game is noted as essential, providing a necessary soundtrack to enhance the experience, especially during quieter moments.
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The music sets the mood beautifully, making every moment feel more immersive.”
- “I found myself humming the tunes long after I stopped playing; they really stick with you.”
- “The game only needs a soundtrack to accompany it, as some parts can get pretty quiet.”
- “The music feels repetitive and doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be lackluster and uninspired, failing to enhance the game's atmosphere.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally report a lack of emotional attachment to the characters, indicating that the game may not effectively engage players on an emotional level.

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Scramble: Battle of Britain is a strategy game.

Scramble: Battle of Britain is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Scramble: Battle of Britain.

Scramble: Battle of Britain was released on October 30, 2024.

Scramble: Battle of Britain was developed by Slitherine Ltd..

Scramble: Battle of Britain has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

Scramble: Battle of Britain is a multiplayer game.

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