Warplanes: WW1 Fighters

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Warplanes: WW1 Fighters is a single player and multiplayer arcade simulation game. It was developed by Home Net Games and was released on March 4, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

"Warplanes: WW1 Fighters" is a VR game that immerses players in World War 1 aerial combat. It offers a range of gameplay options, appealing to both arcade and flight simulator fans. The game is available on itch.io, with an optional free Oculus or Steam key for certain purchases. Please note that new purchases only include the itch.io version.

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Audience ScoreBased on 570 reviews

story30 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Incredibly immersive action combat that makes you feel like you're actually flying a WW1 plane.
Great balance of arcade and simulation gameplay, with enjoyable mechanics like manually dropping bombs and using a flare gun.
Fun and accessible for both casual players and those looking for a more challenging experience with various difficulty settings.

The game is heavily reliant on VR, making it unplayable without a headset, and the multiplayer experience is often empty.
The engine overheating mechanic is unrealistic and frustrating, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
Missions can become repetitive quickly, and the AI can be incompetent, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.

story
202 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is criticized for lacking depth and a cohesive narrative, with many players expressing a desire for a more engaging story mode akin to classic titles. While the campaign features a variety of missions and allows for plane upgrades, the repetitive nature of the missions and the absence of meaningful character interactions detract from the overall experience. Players feel that the game would benefit significantly from a richer storytelling element to enhance immersion and engagement.
- “Before each mission, there was a short journal entry to read.”
- “When you were in the air, there were little written vignettes to reinforce the story and emotion (we're talking a couple of sentences to provide context to the fight).”
- “This game is begging for a true story mode.”
- “Missing a real story & becomes repetitive fairly quick.”
- “But it's missing some sort of story.”
graphics
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
31%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals as impressive and well-optimized, particularly in VR, while others criticize the ground rendering and dated appearance. Many users note that while the graphics may not be groundbreaking, they serve the gameplay well and contribute to an immersive experience. Overall, the consensus is that graphics are decent but take a back seat to the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “With the new graphics update, this game just came alive for me.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, and the gameplay is for everyone from auto target to simulation controls.”
- “Terrific graphics and a feeling of flight.”
- “The physics are nonexistent and the graphics are that of a flight simulator from 2005.”
- “It is an arcade flying game for sure... the graphics are primitive, the flight model is simplistic, and it's a jolly good time every time.”
- “Graphics and sound are low grade, but assure smooth performance.”
gameplay
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its fun and intuitive flight mechanics, offering a variety of planes and mission types that keep players engaged. While some users note issues like the engine overheating mechanic and simplistic mission design, many find the overall experience enjoyable and accessible, especially for both casual and more serious gamers. The game is described as addictive, with good VR support and a satisfying progression system, though improvements in AI and mission variety could enhance its value.
- “Gameplay is fun, intuitive, and did I mention fun?”
- “The mechanics in the game are great; you have a squadron of planes of your choosing that you can switch between, and planes with gunner seats you can switch between, allowing you to choose the plane best suited for your task as some bigger missions have multiple targets and objectives such as taking out bombers.”
- “Love this game, they keep adding more updates and multiplayer is a blast; controls are fun, graphics are good, but the gameplay is great. I love shooting down zeppelins.”
- “This is a potentially very fun game ruined by one simple and unexplainable design choice: the engine overheating mechanic.”
- “If the mechanic is that each mission just is a longer slog against more of the same fodder enemies, with the reward being even longer slogs against more fodder enemies, you have failed to create a game worth playing.”
- “You had the gameplay right, just need to work on the AI and the sizes to make it worth its current price tag of 15 dollars.”
optimization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is highly optimized, delivering smooth performance even on older hardware and VR setups, with many users reporting impressive frame rates and responsiveness. While the graphics are generally well-optimized, some players noted a low maximum drawing distance for planes and low-grade sound. The game appears to be designed with standalone capabilities in mind, contributing to its efficient performance and small file size.
- “Fantastically optimized and runs smooth even on a bit older PC and video card that is VR capable; controls are working perfectly.”
- “Performance was the great surprise - even increasing SteamVR resolution to 200%, I got solid 144 fps in 144 Hz with the Index - that felt like Alyx class performance or close.”
- “And the game runs smoothly as it is not so demanding on GPU.”
- “I have not noticed a change in performance of my own or opposition planes when damaged.”
- “This game was seemingly built with standalone in mind; hence the small file size, optimized graphics, and lack of a recenter feature.”
- “Graphics and sound are low grade, but assure smooth performance.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with most players reporting smooth performance and no significant bugs. However, some users have noted minor glitches in multiplayer missions. The game is also praised for its ability to run well on less powerful PCs.
- “The game doesn't require a powerhouse PC and runs great.”
- “Totally worth the price, with tons of content and runs great with no bugs so far.”
- “There are several glitches in multiplayer missions that disrupt the experience.”
- “The game suffers from frequent stability issues, especially during online play.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that made it difficult to enjoy the multiplayer aspect.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong replayability through its variety of airplanes, customization options, and different difficulty levels, allowing players to experience missions in multiple ways. Additionally, the inclusion of multiplayer co-op and potential PvP modes further enhances its replay value, catering to those seeking both simplicity and action in a VR dogfight simulator.
- “Good format for replayability with plenty of airplanes and customization options.”
- “Only done a few missions, but using different planes and difficulty adds tons of replayability. There is multiplayer co-op, and I've yet to try PvP.”
- “Personally, what I wanted in a VR dogfight simulator was simplicity, action, and replay value.”
- “Personally, what I wanted in a VR dogfight simulator was simplicity, action, and replay value. That's why a game like VTOL VR, with its complex cockpit and intricate dogfight system, felt a bit over the top for me.”
- “The lack of replayability in this game is disappointing. Once you've completed the missions, there's little incentive to return.”
- “I found the game enjoyable at first, but after a few playthroughs, it became repetitive and lost its charm.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate a divide in the emotional impact of the game; while some players found it to be both fun and emotionally engaging, others felt it lacked the emotional depth necessary to enhance the overall experience.
- “It made the game fun and emotional.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game to be genuinely hilarious, enhancing their overall enjoyment, especially for those familiar with flying games like VTOL VR. The comedic elements contribute significantly to the fun experience.
- “It's actually hilarious fun.”
- “I've had some time playing flying games, mainly VTOL VR, so when I first got in, I knew it was a bit funny.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players feel that the game should incorporate more grinding opportunities, especially as missions become increasingly challenging, allowing them to level up or improve their skills without the pressure of completing every mission.
- “The game should allow some grinding even if you don't complete the mission, given how challenging the missions quickly become.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game can be muted if players find it annoying, providing an option for those who prefer to play without audio distractions.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers consistently highlight the game's impressive graphics and engaging gameplay, contributing to a vibrant and enjoyable atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- “Great graphics, great gameplay, fun atmosphere”