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Bomber Crew

Jul 10, 2018 8 years ago
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Type Base game 2017 Genres IndieSimulatorStrategy Companies Runner Duck · Developer · Curve Digital · Publisher Follow Log in to follow

Players will find themselves deep behind enemy lines, attempting to destroy their most coveted assets, while dealing with various hazards such as flak guns, enemy radar, weather and dreaded Ace Pilots. Recruiting, training and guiding the right crew, and keeping them alive, is vital in turning the tides of war and achieving success on your bombing campaign.

What it’s like

Bomber Crew offers a tense, real-time strategic simulation where you manage a WWII bomber crew from an isometric perspective. The experience centers on high-stakes micromanagement: recruiting pilots with distinct personalities and skills, training them for specific roles, and guiding their actions during bombing runs against flak, weather, and enemy fighters. While the narrative is absent, the 'story' emerges through the survival of your crew members, creating a roguelike loop where every mission feels precarious. The tone balances charming, stylized visuals with brutal difficulty, demanding careful resource management and tactical decision-making. Progression relies on unlocking new aircraft and upgrades to tackle increasingly dangerous campaigns. It is a deep systems-driven experience that rewards patience and precision, offering a unique blend of flight simulation mechanics and crew survival strategy.

Strong in Atmosphere / MoodDifficulty / ChallengeGameplay / MechanicsProgression / ReplayabilitySimulation / ManagementSystems Depth / Build VarietyCharactersCombatPolish / PerformanceVisuals / Art

Keep in mind The real-time gameplay can become overwhelming during high-intensity missions, requiring significant multitasking skills. The difficulty curve is steep, and the lack of a traditional narrative may feel hollow to players seeking story-driven content.

AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from choicestgames.com, metacritic.com, opencritic.com, ign.com, steambase.io.

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Releases

PlatformRegionTypeDate
Linux Worldwide Full release Oct 19, 20179 years ago
Mac Worldwide Full release Oct 19, 20179 years ago
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release Oct 19, 20179 years ago
Nintendo Switch Worldwide Full release Jul 10, 20188 years ago
PlayStation 4 Worldwide Full release Jul 10, 20188 years ago
Xbox One Worldwide Full release Jul 10, 20188 years ago

Reviews

85Critics · 3 75Players · 20

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