B-17: Fortress in the Sky DS box art

Nintendo DS · Action / Simulation

B-17: Fortress in the Sky

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SystemNintendo DS
Released2007
GenreAction, Simulation
DeveloperZushi Games
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Zushi Games, B-17: Fortress in the Sky arrived on the Nintendo DS in 2007 as an action game. It blends action and simulation elements.

It landed about 3 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2007 include The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass, The World Ends with You and Hotel Dusk: Room 215.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing B-17: Fortress in the Sky is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

B-17: Fortress in the Sky gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

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B-17: Fortress in the Sky FAQ

When did B-17: Fortress in the Sky come out on the DS?

B-17: Fortress in the Sky was released for the Nintendo DS in 2007.

Who made B-17: Fortress in the Sky?

It was developed by Zushi Games.

How long does B-17: Fortress in the Sky take to play?

As an action game, B-17: Fortress in the Sky typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about B-17: Fortress in the Sky 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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