''Navy Strike'' is a 1995 combat flight simulation

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developed by Rowan Software and published by

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for

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Gameplay

''Navy Strike'' includes three

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aircraft:

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, F/A-18E Super Hornet, and fictional AX, resembling

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. The game has a strategy mode called Commander Module. This feature allows the command of air assets for a naval task force in the China Sea,

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, or

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. The player receives orders to perform tasks like neutralizing airstrips or enforcing

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s, and are given a set number of assets. The player can set paths, designate targets, watch missions on a small video screen, or choose to fly the missions themself.

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graphics modes are supported.

Reception

''Navy Strike'' received generally average reviews from critics. ''

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'' said the game feels like '' Dawn Patrol'' adapted to a modern setting. It was also compared to '' U.S. Navy Fighters'' by saying: "If you're not interested in the Commander section, or don't care for unrealistic flight models, then U.S. Navy Fighters is the better bet." In conclusion ''Navy Strike'' was called "a good introductory sim". ''

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'' said the game has only inherited the weaknesses of its predecessor, ''Dawn Patrol''. '' PC Player'' compared the game unfavorably to ''U.S. Navy Fighters'' and '' Flight Commander 2''. ''

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'' described the 3D graphics as "fast" and mission design as "interesting" but disliked the lack of realism and sound effects. ' liked the realism of the missions and squadron management but disliked the interface and sound.

References

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* * {{Rowan Software 1995 video games Combat flight simulators DOS games Empire Interactive games Naval video games Rowan Software games Single-player video games Video games developed in the United Kingdom Video games set in Kuwait Video games set in Libya