F-16 Aggressor

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F-16 Aggressor
DeveloperGeneral Simulations Incorporated
PublisherBethesda Softworks
PlatformMicrosoft Windows
Release
GenreCombat flight simulator
ModesSingle-player, multiplayer

F-16 Aggressor is a video game developed by General Simulations Incorporated and published by Bethesda Softworks in 1998-1999.

Gameplay

F-16 Aggressor is a game in which a flight simulation features a fly-by-wire system and models the F-16's flight systems, weapons, and g-forces. Missions and instant-action scenarios for modern combat in this game often involve long-range missile engagements rather than traditional dogfighting. Since a single missile can destroy most targets — including the player's aircraft — mastering evasive techniques is crucial.[3]

Development

The game was announced in May 1998 by Virgin Interactive.[4][5] In January 1999, Bethesda Softworks acquired the US publishing rights to the game.[6] The title was developed by General Simulations Incorporated, a company founded initially as Virtek International in 1993.[7][8]

Reception

Reception
Aggregate score
AggregatorScore
GameRankings66%[9]
Review scores
PublicationScore
Computer Gaming World3/5[10]
GamePro3.5/5[11]
GameSpot6.5/10[12]
GameStar34%[13]
IGN7.3/10[14]
Next Generation3/5[3]
PC Gamer (US)56%[15]
PC Games (DE)70%[16]

The game received average reviews according to the review aggregation website GameRankings.[9] Adam Pavlacka of NextGen said, "F-16 Aggressor deserves high praise as a pure simulator. It accurately depicts the F-16, and it runs on an average system. If you want to train as a pilot, it's terrific. If you're looking for an enjoyable combat experience, however, look elsewhere."[3]

References

  1. "What's New". Bethesda Softworks. Archived from the original on April 29, 1999. Retrieved May 27, 2021.
  2. "New Releases". GameSpot. May 28, 1999. Archived from the original on February 24, 2001. Retrieved January 14, 2026.
  3. Pavlacka, Adam (November 1999). "F-16 Aggressor". NextGen. No. 59. Imagine Media. p. 124. Retrieved May 27, 2021.
  4. Jebens, Harley (May 7, 1998). "F-16 Aggressor Flies From VIE". GameSpot. Archived from the original on October 10, 2000. Retrieved November 14, 2022.
  5. Ocampo, Jason (May 6, 1998). "Virgin announces new Falcon flight sim". Computer Games Strategy Plus. Strategy Plus, Inc. Archived from the original on December 1, 2002. Retrieved July 31, 2002.
  6. Fudge, James (January 27, 1999). "Bethesda Softworks acquires rights to F16: Aggressor". Computer Games Strategy Plus. Strategy Plus, Inc. Archived from the original on December 1, 2002. Retrieved July 31, 2002.
  7. "Wings of Destiny". Next Generation. January 1998. p. 132. Retrieved October 4, 2023.
  8. "Corporate Information". virtek.com. Archived from the original on June 26, 1997. Retrieved October 4, 2023.
  9. "F-16 Aggressor for PC". GameRankings. CBS Interactive. Archived from the original on February 13, 2019. Retrieved May 27, 2021.
  10. Nolan, John (October 1999). "F-16: Aggressor [sic]" (PDF). Computer Gaming World. No. 183. Ziff Davis. pp. 178–79. Archived (PDF) from the original on May 10, 2013. Retrieved May 27, 2021.
  11. Mahood, Andy (1999). "F-16: Aggressor [sic] Review for PC on GamePro.com". GamePro. IDG Entertainment. Archived from the original on March 9, 2005. Retrieved May 27, 2021.
  12. Lopez, Tony (July 20, 1999). "F-16 Aggressor Review [date mislabeled as "May 1, 2000"]". GameSpot. Red Ventures. Archived from the original on January 4, 2005. Retrieved May 27, 2021.
  13. "F-16 Aggressor". GameStar (in German). Webedia. April 1999.
  14. Butts, Steve (May 20, 1999). "F-16 Aggressor". IGN. Ziff Davis. Retrieved May 27, 2021.
  15. "F-16 Aggressor". PC Gamer. Vol. 6, no. 8. Imagine Media. August 1999. Archived from the original on March 4, 2000. Retrieved May 27, 2021.
  16. "F-16 Aggressor". PC Games (in German). Computec. April 1999.