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Nintendo Entertainment System · Simulation

Ultimate Air Combat

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SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1992
GenreSimulation
DeveloperActivision
PublisherActivision
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Developed by Activision, Ultimate Air Combat arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992 as a simulation game.

It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie. Among the 13 NES simulation games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.

Activision also made Swords and Serpents, Predator and Shanghai for the NES.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the NES 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 Ultimate Air Combat 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.

Ultimate Air Combat gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Ultimate Air Combat cheats & codes

7 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Easier To Engage In Auto-PilotAKAGIS

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Ultimate Air Combat walkthroughs & guides

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Playing NES games today

NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.

Ultimate Air Combat FAQ

When did Ultimate Air Combat come out on the NES?

Ultimate Air Combat was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.

Who made Ultimate Air Combat?

It was developed by Activision.

Is Ultimate Air Combat multiplayer?

No. Ultimate Air Combat is a single-player game.

How long does Ultimate Air Combat take to play?

As a simulation game, Ultimate Air Combat 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 Ultimate Air Combat 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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