
While not a complete return to glory, IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad is a solid entry in the combat flight simulator series. The release date has been stated to be in September 2014. The AI does an adequate job, although they do occasionally miss targets, run into allies, or shoot the player. Wow, Ive just watched some YouTube gameplay, its awesome Heres what Wikipedia says: Quote: Development and release IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad development was officially announced. jaXen (257825) added IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad - Ju 52/M G4E (Windows) on Credits There are no game credits on file for this release of the game. Lethal weapons coupled with limited ammunition means you need to pick your shots, and the damage can be impressive when fire and missing wings are involved. The game relies on seemingly authentic plane handling and adjustable realism (manual engine and fuel control can be enabled, for example). Quick missions, more scripted encounters, and online multiplayer are also available. Despite featuring a fairly user friendly interface that can be turned off for increased realism, IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad has no guided tutorials that explain the controls and lacks a manual. While all of the aircraft are available from the start, successfully completing missions will unlock new skins and weapons. The mission type options (intercept, escort, ground attack, ground support, or bombing) depend on the aircraft you have chosen from the roster of four for each side (two additional planes can be purchased for $40). Set during the winter snow of Russia during World War II, the campaign consists of five chapters where you must pass six randomly-generated missions in order to advance to the next set.
