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Looking for games like DCS World? Here are top open world shooter recommendations with a warfare focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad, Rise of Flight United or VTOL VR.

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  1. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 5,830 reviews

    IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad is the continuation of the legendary IL-2 Sturmovik series that has set the standard for combat flight games for more than 10 years. This new entry into the series will offer virtual pilots an even more accurate simulation of the legendary air battles of World War II. A new higher level of physics modeling, damage modeling and aerodynamics has been achieved whi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad.

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  2. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    56% User Score Based on 1,640 reviews

    Rise of Flight is the most realistic WWI PC flight simulation ever created. Take to the skies of war torn Europe and experience daring air combat at the dawn of aviation. Re-enact famous air battles fought by legendary aces such as Manfred von Richtofen, James McCudden, Georges Guynemer and Eddie Rickenbacker. Rise of Flight transports you to a time when courageous pilots fought each other for con… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise of Flight United.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    98% User Score Based on 17,912 reviews

    VTOL VR is a near-futuristic combat flight game built specifically for Virtual Reality. Pilot advanced multi-role jets, using your hands to flip switches, press buttons, and manipulate the virtual flight controls. Take on a wide array of challenges that will put your flight skills, situational awareness, and combat tactics to the test. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VTOL VR.

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  4. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    66% User Score Based on 1,283 reviews

    Scramble to intercept in your RAF Spitfire or Hurricane. Or join huge formations of German or Italian Fighters and Bombers as they roar across the Channel towards London. Decide the fate of Britain! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz.

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    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    96% User Score Based on 7,179 reviews

    Nuclear Option is a combat flight game set on a dynamic and realistic battlefield of the near future. Use an array of advanced weapons to change the course of battles as you intercept bombers, duel fighters, fly under the radar, or unleash the fury of nuclear weapons on enemy formations. Each aircraft comes with an immersive cockpit featuring a situational awareness HUD, identifying nearby targets… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nuclear Option.

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  6. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    90% User Score Based on 1,363 reviews

    Oleg Maddox’s world famous IL-2 Sturmovik series of flight simulators continues to expand. The latest offering, IL-2 1946, adds 36 new planes, four new gigantic maps, over a hundred new ground objects, and nearly 200 new campaign missions. This new opus also includes all of the previous Il-2 series content. What years ago began as a one-aircraft study sim is now an astonishing anthology, with a wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IL-2 Sturmovik 1946.

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  7. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    80% User Score Based on 2,350 reviews

    Explore the skies with Aerofly FS, featuring one of the best and fastest 3D graphics available, stunning level of detail and a sophisticated flight dynamics model for the maximum realism. Take the controls of a Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet, Cessna 172, Airbus A320 or zoom across the photo realistic landscape in the F-18 or F-15E fighter jets and explore the beautiful scenery in one of the many other airc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator.

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  8. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay
    69% User Score Based on 1,122 reviews

    X-Plane 10 Global is the latest version of a simulator that has been in development continuously for almost 20 years. This latest version of X-Plane 10 brings numerous improvements and enhancements for PC, Mac and Linux virtual pilots, unleashing the power of modern systems with its 64 bit processing and multi-core support. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to X-Plane 10 Global.

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  9. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 1,052 reviews

    Command: Modern Operations is the next generation in cross-domain modern wargaming. It enables you to simulate every military engagement from post World War II to the present day and beyond. The scale is primarily tactical/operational, although strategic scale operations are also possible. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Command: Modern Operations.

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    93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    92% User Score Based on 9,218 reviews
    Critic Score 100%Based on 1 reviews

    The future of flight simulation is now. X-Plane 11 is the detailed, realistic, and modern simulator you’ve been waiting for. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to X-Plane 11.

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  11. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    53% User Score Based on 255 reviews

    Feel the power of flying the AV8B Harrier II. A flight and naval combat simulator with mission planner & fully dynamic open ended campaign. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Combat Air Patrol 2.

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  12. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    68% User Score Based on 622 reviews

    Join the Royal Air Force and Battle for Britain! Fly into the pivotal aerial battle for the skies of Britain. As a member of the British RAF, face off against the deadly German Luftwaffe and the Italian air forces. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover.

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  13. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    76% User Score Based on 94,098 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 14 reviews

    Includes: Yogscast Cobra Mk III Paint Job Take control of your own starship in a cutthroat galaxy. Elite Dangerous is the definitive massively multiplayer space epic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elite Dangerous.

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  14. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 26,886 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 4 reviews

    Take to the skies in the World’s favourite flight simulator! The multi award winning Microsoft Flight Simulator X lands on Steam for the first time. Take off from anywhere in the world, flying some of the world’s most iconic aircraft to any one of 24,000 destinations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Microsoft Flight Simulator X.

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  15. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, grinding
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    60% User Score Based on 318 reviews

    Aces High III offers world class modeling of World War II planes, vehicles, and boats in a combat setting with hundreds of other players pitting their skills in any given online arena. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aces High III.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 1,972 reviews

    Tiny Combat Arena is an approachable combat flight simulator sporting a stylized look and various game modes. Dogfight your way in the Arena and in Quick Action or craft your own scenarios and take part in a vast war with objectives and friendly armies to support. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Combat Arena.

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  17. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    55% User Score Based on 751 reviews

    Aces of Thunder Editions Get more from Aces of Thunder experience with the Deluxe Upgrade! This bundle includes: - F4U-4; - Spitfire Mk Ia; - Hurricane Mk IV; - SBD-3; - P-40E-1. Note: additional planes don't allow for more respawns in a multiplayer battle, but provide wider selection of aircraft. About the GameExperience the thrill of aerial combat with Aces of Thunder, the ult… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aces of Thunder.

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  18. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    62% User Score Based on 754 reviews

    Special Edition includes original Wings of Prey game and Wings of Luftwaffe add-on. Wings of Prey is based around large-scale aerial combat in World War II. Players can participate in some of the most famous battles piloting fighters, attack aircraft and bombers across a range of thrilling missions. There are six theatres of war to engage in: The Battle of Britain, Stalingrad, the Ardennes, Ber… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wings of Prey: Special Edition.

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  19. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    72% User Score Based on 2,332 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 8 reviews

    Breathtaking air battles with planes of the golden era of military aviation in a free-to-play massively multiplayer online game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to World of Warplanes.

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  20. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    96% User Score Based on 126 reviews

    Virtual Fighter Maneuvers is a VR combat flight simulator from the creator of VTOL VR. Focused on short-range air-to-air engagements, you can launch directly into the merge with bots or other players online. Fly high performance fighter jets in intense dogfights with realistic flight and weapon physics. Aircraft and missiles are simulated with realistic effects of altitude, transonic drag, angle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Virtual Fighter Maneuvers.

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  22. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    50% User Score Based on 2,036 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

    World War II Online recreates the brutal war in Western Europe in a zone-less 300,000 SQ KM game world! Free-to-play, MMOFPS, true combined arms action, with over 100 historically accurate weapons and vehicles, 10 personas, and much more! Do you think you have what it takes? Enlist Now! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WWII Online.

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  23. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music
    81% User Score Based on 430 reviews

    Command: Modern Air/Naval Operations is the ultimate military simulator for modern military conflicts. Designed with a huge emphasis on detail, realism, accuracy and flexibility, Command allows you to simulate and direct any historical or hypothetical air or naval engagement from 1945, at any scale, including strategic nuclear war. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Command: Modern Air / Naval Operations WOTY.

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  24. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 362 reviews

    Advanced Space Flight, Combat, Trading, and Exploration Simulation. Set in a vast explorable universe, Evochron Legacy offers freeform gameplay with many diverse objectives and paths to choose from. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Evochron Legacy.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    95% User Score Based on 6,529 reviews

    FPV Drone Racing game Liftoff! Liftoff is a game that translates the rush of first-person view drone racing to the digital world, developed by the game developer LuGus Studios and drone manufacturers ImmersionRC and FatShark. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Liftoff.

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  26. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    70% User Score Based on 35,926 reviews
    Critic Score 55%Based on 2 reviews

    Master the art of starfighter combat in the authentic piloting experience STAR WARS™ Squadrons. Buckle up and feel the adrenaline of first-person multiplayer space dogfights alongside your squadron. Take control of starfighters from both the New Republic and Imperial fleets such as the X-wing and TIE fighter. Customize loadouts and cosmetics, divert power between weapons, shields, and engines, whi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Wars Squadrons.

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  27. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    89% User Score Based on 570 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 1 reviews

    Become a pilot! Immerse yourself in WW1 aerial combat like never before in a captivating VR experience. No matter whether you prefer arcade games or flight simulators - a variety of options will let you adjust the game to your preferences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warplanes: WW1 Fighters.

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  28. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    90% User Score Based on 4,746 reviews

    After hostilities have broken out in Central Europe, the race is on as a pressured US Navy escort force battle off Soviet bomber and submarine attacks on a perilous quest to reinforce NATO defenders in Europe. Meanwhile, in the Persian Gulf, the conflict between Iran and Iraq risks escalating into a larger confrontation between superpowers as both sides indiscriminately attack neutral merchant shi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sea Power: Naval Combat in the Missile Age.

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  29. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization
    67% User Score Based on 122 reviews

    Control airplanes, helicopters and combat-boats as you defend your carrier from a relentless alien onslaught! A sim-light horde-mode game drawing inspiration from the early arcade games, re-interpreted in Full VR! Caution: This is an intense experience, with smooth movement and rotation of player-camera in VR. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Worlds At War.

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  30. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    78% User Score Based on 43,812 reviews
    Critic Score 91%Based on 7 reviews

    Microsoft Flight Simulator is the next generation of one of the most beloved simulation franchises. From light planes to wide-body jets, fly highly detailed and stunning aircraft in an incredibly realistic world. Create your flight plan and fly anywhere on the planet. Enjoy flying day or night and face realistic, challenging weather conditions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Microsoft Flight Simulator.

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  31. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    81% User Score Based on 263 reviews
    Critic Score 53%Based on 2 reviews

    Air Missions: Hind is an action combat flight simulator based on the Russian Mi-24 Hind assault helicopter. You will be deployed to the battlefield either on your own or with a friend. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Air Missions: HIND.

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  32. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    74% User Score Based on 3,636 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 4 reviews

    Heliborne Collection offers two games through a launcher. Choose to play Heliborne or Heliborne Enhanced Edition. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heliborne.

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  34. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    81% User Score Based on 962 reviews

    SimRail is new, advanced railway simulator. Master high-speed long-distance EMU, heavy freight hauls and suburban trains. Travel 500 km of geodetic-data based real routes. Become train dispatcher and control the traffic according to the schedule or cooperate with other players on multiplayer mode. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SimRail: The Railway Simulator.

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  36. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    97% User Score Based on 1,156 reviews

    A roller coaster simulation game that features a robust track editor and the ability to ride your creations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Limits 2.

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  38. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 476 reviews

    Put your flight skills to the test in the online multiplayer air racing game from the creator of VTOL VR. Pilot a high performance jet through challenging courses in a race to the finish. Fly in VR or on desktop with either virtual or physical HOTAS. Do you have what it takes for a podium position? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jetborne Racing.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    56% User Score Based on 339 reviews

    Comanche is a modern team-based online multiplayer helicopter shooter set in the near future. Choose from an array of Comanche and drone configurations, and utilize their strengths to your tactical advantage. Experience a new era of thrilling dog-fights and stealthy drone close quarter action. Hone your skills and compete with other pilots in ranked matches. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Comanche.

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  40. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 572 reviews

    Includes: Base Game Aerofly FS 4 Flight Simulator - Aircraft AddOn DLC By purchasing the Aerofly FS 4 Flight Simulator Deluxe Bundle you receive all available aircraft for Aerofly FS 4 Flight Simulator at a discount, compared to purchasing Aerofly FS 4 and the Aircraft Add-On DLC separately. Airliners A320-200 A380 B737-500 B737-900ER B737 MAX 9 B747-400 B777-300ER B787-10 Dreamliner CRJ-900ER Das… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aerofly FS 4 Flight Simulator.

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  41. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    72% User Score Based on 20,012 reviews

    YOUR ULTIMATE HOBBY Celebrate 15 years of the ultimate railway hobby! Learn to operate officially licensed locomotives from historic steam to modern day electrics and explore realistic detailed routes from around the world. Train Simulator Classic 2024 is the simulation made by railfans for railfans. EXPLORE FAMOUS RAILWAYS Journey to five countries and take a tour of over 450 km of rails. Explore… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Train Simulator Classic.

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  42. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    85% User Score Based on 17,796 reviews

    UBOAT is a simulator of a submarine from WWII era. It is a survival sandbox with crew management mechanics while its primary theme is life of German sailors. The boat is their home, but it can become their grave at any time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UBOAT.

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  43. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 838 reviews

    Explore the most realistic and beautiful realtime simulation of 'Lunar Flight' in this unique and challenging game. Experience the heart pounding sense of dread as you deliver supplies to moon bases with only seconds of fuel to spare! A modern take on the classic arcade game, Lunar Lander, Lunar Flight extends the experience to a fully fictionalized and accessible lunar module simulator providing… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lunar Flight.

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  44. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 182 reviews

    Falcon 4.0 breaks the sight-and-sound barrier with its cutting-edge graphics, realism, dynamic campaigns and multiplayer gameplay. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Falcon 4.0.

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  47. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 6,007 reviews

    Next-gen train simulation made for VR. Drive a train with your own hands. Plan your route and reposition rolling stock on time - unless, of course, you derail off a cliff! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Derail Valley.

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  48. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    55% User Score Based on 18,495 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 2 reviews

    The most realistic online hunting game ever produced. Experience the thrill of the hunt in huge realistic environments using everything from crossbows to state of the art bolt action rifles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to theHunter Classic.

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  49. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    53% User Score Based on 427 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 1 reviews

    The player takes on the role of a civilian helicopter pilot. Harry Larkin’s aviation business has fallen on tough times. Built up over decades, it’s now only days away from closure. His sons face an uncertain future, struggling to save the company their father spent his whole life building. Together, they must take on contracts and competitors; together, they take on helicopters. Take your first … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Take On Helicopters.

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  50. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    68% User Score Based on 700 reviews

    Frontier pilots simulator is a environment centered single player vehicle sim combining skill-based flying system with a story-driven economic progression system. Your piloting expertise will be constantly challenged by the world while it unfolds before you. Each contract has multiple routes and players will be the ones to decide what kind of experience they get. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frontier Pilot Simulator.

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