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FLIGHT ARCADE
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
4 days ago9 min read
Review: Paper Planes (Early Access Release)
"The squirrels are now fully targetable, as intended."
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jan 45 min read
Nuclear Option: Tactical Tarantula
Our introduction to the quad proprotor VTOL tactical airlifter you did not know Nuclear Option needed.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Dec 8, 20246 min read
Frontline 59: Project Wingman's Overdue DLC
Project Wingman 2.0 is OUT, and it comes with the release of its DLC: Frontline 59. Let's check it out!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Nov 16, 20245 min read
GroundFall: Optional Survival
A signature part of GroundFall bush flight simulator is the survival game mechanics. However, its recent major update now makes it optional.
Caio "Hueman" Barreto
Oct 10, 202414 min read
Aviassembly: The Pursuit of Payload - An account of our descent into madness
We tried out Aviassembly's newest demo, here is our descent into madness!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Oct 5, 20247 min read
VRChat: F-14A Tomcat Naval Interceptor 1.2.0 Release
Out now! Our thoughts on the new large update for this F-14A Tomcat focused VRChat aviation world.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Sep 19, 20249 min read
Flight Games at Planes, Trains and Automobiles Fest 2024
A quick look at flight focused titles from this September 2024 game festival.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Aug 31, 20244 min read
The Storm: How the barrier system affected our VRChat Aviation tournament
What will happen if you implement a battle-royal encroaching circle in a VRChat dogfight tournament? Let's find out~
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jul 27, 20246 min read
At Skies Edge: Reaching Decision Height
At Skies' Edge update 0.09a has pushed the project towards a point where a serious decision must be made about its future.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jul 10, 20244 min read
Thunder Helix: Tornado S.A.R!
A classic example of a developer side project producing an interesting scenario.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
May 11, 20247 min read
ASF-X Shinden II: One-of-a-Kind Ace Combat Aircraft
Designed by Shōji Kawamori of Macross fame, this tailor made aircraft for the Ace Combat series has survived eras of change.
T.J. "Millie" Archer
May 8, 202411 min read
Review: Airforce Delta Strike
A passionate review of Airforce Delta Strike. Remember the title for what it was, and wondering if it indicated the future of the genre.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Apr 17, 20246 min read
At Skies' Edge: Soaring Higher
A recent flurry of activity around At Skies' Edge brings us back to see how it is progressing in version 0.008a.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Feb 21, 20245 min read
An Honest-to-Goodness Sky Odyssey
Appreciation a hidden flight gaming gem that describes itself as Indiana Jones adventure with flight simulator physics.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Feb 14, 20245 min read
The Most Powerful Aircraft Cannon in Ace Combat
Is the aircraft cannon in Ace Combat 6 the most powerful in the Ace Combat series?
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Feb 7, 20246 min read
Blue Sky Aces (Steam Next Fest 2024 Demo)
Stumbling upon a stylized, retro inspired World War 1 indie flight game during Steam Next Fest February 2024.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Feb 3, 202414 min read
Review: Yawman Arrow (2024 Release Version)
A long review with a critical eye about one of the most unique handheld flight controllers we have ever seen.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Jan 31, 20245 min read
War Thunder: Our First Experience
Our first experience in War Thunder as beginners! How did we fare?
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jan 17, 20243 min read
GroundFall: Head Tracking Appreciation
A brief appreciation for the freedom of vision during flight in GroundFall.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Dec 23, 20233 min read
VRChat: Tomcat F-14A "Naval Interceptor" is OUT!
One of the most detailed flight worlds in VRChat Aviation is out NOW, with F-14A Tomcats and many more!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Dec 9, 20235 min read
Trail of Wings: A Game Representing Project ICKX Interests
Trail of Wings is a game that represents what Project ICKX represents as a developer and publisher.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Nov 22, 202310 min read
Interview: Mackerel Sky, Developer of At Skies' Edge
Discussing the origin and inner workings of At Skies' Edge with a very interesting fish.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Nov 15, 20236 min read
The Brew Barons: Thoughts on the Beta Flight Model
Feeling out the flight model in the Kickstarter Backer beta test.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Nov 1, 20235 min read
Warplanes: WW1 Fighters: Interactive Cockpit
Let's discuss the interactive cockpit of Warplanes: WW1 Fighters. It offers unique abilities few of its peers do.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Oct 11, 20235 min read
Warplanes: WW1 Fighters: Flying in Blind
Blindly jumping into my first WW1 VR experience. Could this be the beginning of a new interest?
Skyward Staff
Oct 4, 20235 min read
VRChat: September Showcase 2023 in Review
Our dual perspectives as both world creators and pilots for the Black Aces during their Showcase September event in VRChat!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Sep 20, 20234 min read
Aegis Ashore: Ace Combat 7 Air Defense Boss
A relatively unknown bastion of air defense, as seen in Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Aug 23, 20233 min read
Skycadia: Utilizing Chaos
In Skycadia one of the greatest strategies is using the enemy's weapons against them! Take advantage of the chaos.
T.J. "Millie" Archer
Aug 16, 20237 min read
The “Switchblade” Wing: Feasible or Fantasy?
The X-02 Wyvern from Ace Combat is a fictional aircraft that "feels" realistic, but is a switchblade wing fighter really feasible?
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Aug 2, 20233 min read
Ace Combat 7: Playing with the Fog of War
A short summary and opinion of one of the least appreciated missions in Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jul 19, 20235 min read
VRChat Aviation: Addressing the Aircraft Model Predicament
Proactive changes to secure the future of this aviation platform While I haven't mentioned it here on Skyward Flight Media in quite some...
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Jul 5, 20233 min read
Revitalizing a Classic: Playing Ace Combat Zero on the Steam Deck
Let's take a look at PS2 emulation on the Steam Deck, specifically Ace Combat Zero!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jun 14, 20234 min read
At Skies' Edge: The First Update
The first considerable update to a game that reappeared from obscurity The reception of At Skies' Edge was unexpected, even by its...
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jun 7, 20235 min read
First Impression: TOP DOG
TOP DOG is a new fast-paced, quick into the action indie flight game we are trying out for the first time.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Jun 3, 20233 min read
First Impressions: Helicopter Gunship DEX by Jimmy Arcade Limited
Our first impressions on the wonderful indie title: Helicopter Gunship DEX by
Jimmy Arcade Limited.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
May 20, 20233 min read
ARMA 3: The Thrill of Tactical Insertions
A short article about helicopter operations in Arma 3!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
May 17, 20235 min read
Ace Combat: Beyond Visual Range Engagements
Thoughts on beyond visual range combat in Ace Combat; a series focused on close range dogfights.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
May 3, 20234 min read
At Skies' Edge: Stealth Dropped Flight Game
Our thoughts on At Skies' Edge, shadow dropped indie flight game from 2017 suddenly reappearing in 2023.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Apr 8, 202311 min read
Interview: Nova Squadron, Lead Developer Clara Gale
Clara Gale is an indie game developer working on Nova Squadron. We speak to her after the game's alpha demo debut at Steam Next Fest 2023.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Mar 15, 20232 min read
OASES: 'Kaleidoscopic Elegiac Flyscape'
A well-wish to someone they never knew, OASES is more of a "flight experience" than a "flight game.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Mar 8, 20233 min read
Air Conflicts: Flawed Head Tracking
A thoughtful addition to the Air Conflicts series with a rough execution. Very much like the series itself.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Feb 21, 20235 min read
Zero Profit Margins: The High Praise and Low Sales of Ace Combat Zero
A critical look at the most influential yet financially unsuccessful Ace Combat game: Ace Combat Zero.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Feb 1, 20236 min read
First Impression: Nova Squadron (Steam Next Fest Alpha Demo 0.1.0)
Our first impression of alpha demo 0.1.0 for Nova Squadron by Clara Gale. Play this demo early before Steam Next Fest 2023.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jan 4, 20234 min read
Apache Air Assault: Presentation of Ranged Combat
An analysis of Apache: Air Assault's reasonable presentation of ranged combat using radar, sensors and FLIR and more.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Dec 28, 20225 min read
Ace Combat: Player-Controlled Strategic Bombers
A retrospective piece discussing the era of player controlled strategic bombers in the Ace Combat series.
Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Dec 9, 20223 min read
Project Wingman: Revisiting it after 2 years!
Project Wingman is now two years old, let's take a look at how the title has hold up!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Nov 30, 20225 min read
Frontiers Reach: Initial Thoughts
Initial thoughts on playing through the early access beta version of Frontiers Reach.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Nov 16, 202213 min read
VRChat Airshow Management with the Black Aces Stunt Team
An interview with Riko and Uni Power, leaders of the Black Aces Stunt Team, about performing airshows for live VRChat audiences.
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