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Battle of Britain II: Wings of Victory Review
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Posted by Donster on: 2005-11-29 14:22:33 1048
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Shockwave offers a substantial update to the original but it's not without problems.
By Steve Butts, IGN
Rowan's original Battle of Britain was reasonably successful at recreating the atmosphere and action of the RAF's valiant stands against the Luftwaffe's attacks in 1940. The British victory in the air eventually forced Hitler to abandon his plans to invade England. The Battle of Britain has always held a fascination for sim fans. For some it's the context of the fight; for others it's the machines. No matter what the attraction, there's no denying that the Battle over the skies of England serves as a fantastic setting for a flight simulation. Shockwave Productions, creators of the popular Firepower mod, have opted to remake the original game, bringing it up to date in terms of graphics and technology. While Battle of Britain II can be considered a sequel, fans of the first game will find themselves in very familiar territory here.
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