F-16 Aggressor

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

F-16 Aggressor
Developer(s)	General Simulations Incorporated
Publisher(s)	Bethesda Softworks
Platform(s)	Microsoft Windows
Release	EU: December 29, 1998 NA: May 1999[1]
Genre(s)	Combat flight simulator
Mode(s)	Single-player, multiplayer

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.^[2]

Development

The game was announced in May 1998 by Virgin Interactive.^[3][4] In January 1999, Bethesda Softworks acquired the US publishing rights to the game.^[5] The title was developed by General Simulations Incorporated, a company founded initially as Virtek International in 1993.^[6][7]

Reception

Aggregate score

Aggregator	Score
GameRankings	66%[8]

Review scores

Publication	Score
Computer Gaming World	[9]
GamePro	[10]
GameSpot	6.5/10[11]
GameStar	34%[12]
IGN	7.3/10[13]
Next Generation	[2]
PC Gamer (US)	56%[14]
PC Games (DE)	70%[15]

Reception

The game received average reviews according to the review aggregation website GameRankings.^[8] 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."^[2]