Ace of Aces Master System box art

Sega Master System · Simulation

Ace of Aces

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SystemSega Master System
GenreSimulation
DeveloperArtech Studios
PublisherSEGA
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Developed by Artech Studios and published by SEGA, Ace of Aces arrived on the Sega Master System as a simulation game.

Ace of Aces is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the Master System hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Ace of Aces is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

Ace of Aces gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

Ace of Aces cheats & codes

9 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Fuel Tanks Modifier (0 - 2)00D5-BD0X
Small Missiles Modifier (09)00D5-BAXX
Bomb Modifier (Any Value Works)00D5-B8XX
Yellow/Red Striped Missile00D5-B9XX

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Ace of Aces walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Master System games today

The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.

Ace of Aces FAQ

Who made Ace of Aces?

It was developed by Artech Studios and published by SEGA.

Is Ace of Aces multiplayer?

No. Ace of Aces is a single-player game.

How long does Ace of Aces take to play?

As a simulation game, Ace of Aces typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Ace of Aces on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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