IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey DS box art

Nintendo DS · Simulation

IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey

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SystemNintendo DS
GenreSimulation
DeveloperGaijin Entertainment
Publisher505 Games
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey is a simulation game released for the Nintendo DS, developed by Gaijin Entertainment and published by 505 Games.

IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending

What playing IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey 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.

IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey walkthroughs & guides

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IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey FAQ

Who made IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey?

It was developed by Gaijin Entertainment and published by 505 Games.

Is IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey multiplayer?

Yes. IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey supports up to 2 players.

How long does IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey take to play?

As a simulation game, IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey 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 IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey 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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