Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Interview: Brent with Curious Dog Games; Making "Blue Sky Aces"
An extensive interview with Brent from Curious Dog Games about the still in development Blue Sky Aces.
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STAFF PROFILE
Co-founder
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Co-founder of Skyward Flight Media. After founding Electrosphere.info, the first English Ace Combat database, he has been involved in creating flight game-related websites, communities, and events since 2005. He continues to explore past and present flight games and simulators with his extensive collection of game consoles and computers.
WORKS
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Aug 28
- 4 min
DCS World: Low, Fast, One Pass
Pushing the humble DCS MB-339A into nap of the earth combat sorties during mission testing.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Aug 21
- 5 min
DCS World: ADM-141 TALD Tactics in 2024
Improved surface-to-air missile AI in DCS 2.9.6 means renewed ADM-141 TALD tactics to defeat them.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Aug 14
- 6 min
Nuclear Option: Carrier Duel
The 'Carrier Duel' mission in Nuclear Option is a solid introduction to fleet carrier warfare for the game.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jul 27
- 6 min
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 24
- 6 min
VRChat Aviation at Virtual Market 2024 Summer
Visiting VRChat aviation related booths at VKet Summer 2024; the largest virtual market in the world.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jul 10
- 4 min
Thunder Helix: Tornado S.A.R!
A classic example of a developer side project producing an interesting scenario.
Skyward Staff
- Jul 6
- 3 min
Skyward FM Milestone: 400+ Website Releases
Taking a moment to reflect on Skyward's latest achievement: over 400 releases on our website.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jun 26
- 4 min
Renewed Interest in the "Forgotten War": Korea. IL-2 Series
Developer 1CGS announces 'Korea.IL-2 Series'. A flight simulator dedicated to the Korean War.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jun 22
- 6 min
FSExpo 2024 Friday Announcements: A.I. Enhanced Flight!
We discuss four artificial intelligence products presented at #FSExpoFriday 2024 that seek to enhance flight simulation.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jun 19
- 5 min
Flight Journal: Kiowa Scouting for DCS Combined Arms Assets
Our experience using the Polychop Simulations OH-58D Kiowa Warrior as a proper forward scout for DCS Combined Arms artillery.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jun 12
- 7 min
Scramble: Battle of Britain (Steam Next Fest June 2024 Demo)
Experiencing the Scramble: Battle of Britain Steam Next Fest June 2024 demo. A working example of an improbable concept.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jun 1
- 10 min
DCS World Mission Editor: Enhanced Land Bases
The latest DCS World update introduced the M92 Asset Pack. Feeling inspired, we suggest enhanced land bases for renewed ground operations.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- May 15
- 7 min
Nuclear Option: Meeting Medusa
An analysis of the EW-25 Medusa electronic warfare aircraft that brings a new layer of operations to Nuclear Option.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- May 11
- 7 min
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.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Apr 24
- 4 min
Skyward Marianas Training Range - Bombing Range and Strafe Pit
A preview of the next Skyward made mission file for Digital Combat Simulator to be released for public use: Skyward Marianas Training Range.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Apr 17
- 6 min
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
- Apr 10
- 6 min
DCS World Mission Editor: SAM Improvements (Part 1)
Increasing Mission Complexity By Using Realistic Dispersal Tactics I subscribe to the belief that Digital Combat Simulator can be a "jump...
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Apr 3
- 4 min
Nuclear Option: Maps and Pre-Planned Attacks
The map in Nuclear Option is useful for navigation, but also for targeting in pre-planned attacks. We take a moment to appreciate it.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Mar 20
- 11 min
Review: Thunder Helix (Pre-Release)
Thunder Helix has been compared to games from the 1990s, but now we see what this nostalgia themed title has to offer on it own merits!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Mar 13
- 4 min
The Mighty Eighth VR Lives!
The Mighty Eighth VR posted its first update in years!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Mar 1
- 19 min
Review: The Brew Barons by Lifetap Studios (Launch Day)
The Brew Barons has been released! Our launch day review for this game is one of our most extensive yet.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Feb 21
- 5 min
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
- 5 min
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
- 6 min
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
- 14 min
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.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jan 24
- 6 min
DCS World Mission Editor: Uncontrolled AI (Intro)
An introduction to Uncontrolled AI units in DCS World. Make opposing force aircraft come to life with Uncontrolled AI.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jan 17
- 3 min
GroundFall: Head Tracking Appreciation
A brief appreciation for the freedom of vision during flight in GroundFall.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Jan 6
- 7 min
Review: DCS December 2023 Event
A review of our December 2023 event. Lessons learned, ideas reaffirmed and looking towards future events.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Dec 13, 2023
- 5 min
Tiny Combat Arena: Trying Out Mods
Entering the modding scene of Tiny Combat Arena with game balancing concerns.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Dec 9, 2023
- 5 min
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 29, 2023
- 3 min
Flight Sim Expo 2024 : Early Details!
Begin planning early for next year's Flight Sim Expo; the community driven flight simulation expo.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Nov 22, 2023
- 10 min
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, 2023
- 6 min
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 4, 2023
- 5 min
DCS F-14A/B Tomcat: TCS for CCRP Bombing
The Heatblur F-14A/B Tomcat has a unique advantage when CCRP bombing: the Television Camera System!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Nov 1, 2023
- 5 min
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 18, 2023
- 8 min
First Impression: Nuclear Option (Early Access)
Our week one first impression of Nuclear Option shortly after its early access release.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Oct 11, 2023
- 5 min
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, 2023
- 5 min
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 27, 2023
- 6 min
GroundFall: 1st Anniversary Revisit
It has been one year since GroundFall has released in early access. We dive back in and see how it is doing.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Sep 20, 2023
- 4 min
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
- Sep 13, 2023
- 3 min
PUD-J5A: PS2 VR Headset for Flight Gaming
Remembering and wishing for a retro 21-year-old VR headset for PS2!
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Sep 6, 2023
- 4 min
Frontiers Reach: Warmap's Place in the Game
Our thoughts on the Warmap mode in Frontiers Reach; an open-ended galactic scale conflict.
Skyward Staff
- Aug 30, 2023
- 8 min
Heads Up View DT1: Unboxing, First Impression
Our first product review of 2023 focuses on the DT1 Heads Up Display from Heads Up View LLC. A real HUD changes everything.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Aug 23, 2023
- 3 min
Skycadia: Utilizing Chaos
In Skycadia one of the greatest strategies is using the enemy's weapons against them! Take advantage of the chaos.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Aug 12, 2023
- 5 min
DCS World Mission Editor: Mobile Air Defense Convoys
The start of a new series focused on DCS mission editing. We discuss using mobile air defense convoys to surprise players in combat.
Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
- Aug 2, 2023
- 3 min
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 26, 2023
- 4 min
Nuclear Option: SFB-81 Darkreach Strike Bomber
Player controlled bombers in flight games and sims are uncommon. We take a look at how Nuclear Option presents these platforms.
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