''A-10 Tank Killer'' is a 1989 combat flight simulation video game for

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developed and published by

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version was released in 1990. The game features an

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. Following the success of ''

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'', version 1.5 was released in 1991 which included

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missions and improved graphics and sounds. Several mission packs were sold separately. A sequel published by Sierra, '' Silent Thunder: A-10 Tank Killer II'', was released in 1996.

Gameplay

The gameplay consists of the player piloting an A-10 Thunderbolt II "tank killer" through various combat missions set in the Gulf War air campaign as well as a fictional European scenario. The player receives a mission briefing, has the opportunity to customize a weapon load-out before starting the mission, and is debriefed after the mission.

Reception

According to Sierra On-Line, combined sales of ''A-10 Tank Killer'' and its sequel surpassed 250,000 units by the end of March 1996. ''

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'' stated that "''A-10'' has much going for it" and gave it four stars out of five. The magazine recommended the game for those looking for quick fun, not "flight grognards" seeking realism. In a 1994 survey of wargames, the magazine gave the title three-plus stars out of five, liking the graphics, but noting the "very sensitive" joystick control. The DOS version of the game received 5 out of 5 stars in ''

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''. Due to the violence level of ''A-10 Tank Killer'', it has been placed on the "

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" in Germany and is not generally available to the public.

Reviews

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* {{Dynamix 1989 video games Amiga games Combat flight simulators DOS games Dynamix games Single-player video games Video games developed in the United States

Gameplay

Reception

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