Airforce Delta (video game)
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| Developer(s) | Konami |
| Publisher(s) | Konami |
| Platform(s) | Dreamcast, Game Boy Color |
| Release | September 8 1999 (Dreamcast) November 2000 (GBC) |
| Genre(s) | Flight simulator |
| Mode(s) | Single player |
Airforce Delta is a video game released on September 8 1999 for the Sega Dreamcast. It was both developed and published by Konami. The game is a 3D aerial combat simulation, featuring many jet fighter aircraft. The game is single player only and has been compared to Ace Combat by GameSpy and GameSpot. At the time of the game's release, Airforce Delta was the only combat flight simulation game available for the Sega Dreamcast.
In 2000, Airforce Delta was also released for the Game Boy Color. A sequel called Airforce Delta Storm (Airforce Delta II in Japan) was also released for the Microsoft Xbox platform in 2001 and for Game Boy Advance in 2002.
In 2004, Airfoce Delta Strike (Airforce Delta: Blue Wing Knights in Japan) was released for the PlayStation 2.
Game Features
Story
Players take control of a bounty hunter that has been contracted to complete a number of strategic military missions. Each mission completed earns the player money, and the more money that is accumulated, the more sophisticated aircraft the player can purchase. Players select from a myriad of fighters and take to the skies to defend a newly independent republic from its many enemies--for fame, for glory, and most of all: for a price.
Gameplay
Airforce Delta features simplistic controls with an emphasis on supersonic fighter plane action rather than the mechanics of flight.
The mission briefings are complete with an illustrated step-by-step guide which shows you your designated targets and the ideal path to take. After completing a mission, players are awarded with money that can later be used to purchase superior aircraft. Variables such as mission completion time and the number of enemies you have disposed of dictate the amount of money you will receive. When making a buying decision, choosing an aircraft most appropriate for the job is of the utmost importance. The most expensive does not necessarily mean the most practical.
Missions typically involve either seeking out and destroying the enemy or escorting friendly craft to a certain destination. The enemies encountered in Airforce Delta are diverse and range from air to ground and water capabilities and from offensive to defensive situations. All missions take place in real locations including Chicago and China.
Airforce Delta features over thirty aircraft to take for a test flight. They are all based on real life aircraft both in looks and in handling. Some of the planes available for these missions include the F-4 Phantom, F-14 Tomcat, A-10 Thunderbolt, Mig 29, Su-27 and the top secret F-22 Raptor.
Aircraft
4. Kfir C.7
6. Sea Harrier
7. Mirage 2000
10. AV-8B Harrier II
11. MiG-29 Fulcrum
13. F/A-18C Hornet
15. Tornado F3
17. F-14D Tomcat
19. F-117 Nighthawk
20. Su-27B Flanker
21. F-15S/MT Active
22. JAS-39 Gripen
23. Rafale
24. Su-34 Platypus
25. EF-2000 Typhoon
26. Su-37 Flanker
28. S-37 Berkut
29. F-22 Raptor
30. JSF X-32
31. MiG-1.44 MFI
Other Aircraft
There are other aircraft present in the game, they are:
Missions
1. "Home Air Defense"
A flight of enemy B-1 bombers is en route to destroy the Delta base, you must intercept them. However, there are escort fighters present so don't let your guard down.
2. "Federation Fleet Obstruction"
There is a Federation naval fleet that must be destroyed before they can form up to combine a powerful force. Again, there are fighters present to prevent you from accomplishing your goal.
3. "Military Supply Base"
A large military factory has been captured by enemy forces, your task is to destroy it in order to render it useless to the enemy as it is to your forces.
4. "High-Velocity Recon Planes"
Allied forces are planning an invasion of Federation territory however; enemy SR-71 spy planes are threatening to reveal allied positions, you are tasked with intercepting the SR-71s while they refuel in Mid-flight.
5. "Dogfight" aka "Zeta Base"
In this mission you are to eliminate an enemy air squadron that comprises of former mercenaries. The mercenaries each fly a unique plane (MiG-21,F-20,MiG-29,JAS-39 and F-22) along side are F-4Es that escort each Merc.
6. "Escort Mission"
A 747 airliner carrying refugees is attempting to escape Federation territory, but you will have to deal with enemy fighters, anti-aircraft guns, SAMS, and warships.
7. "The Gorge Base"
An enemy supply base lies deep within a gorge and ground forces can't reach it, you will have to navigate through a treacherous winding canyon while dodging gun emplacements and helicopter gunships. Also you cannot leave the canyon as the enemy air-defense system will pick you up and instantly shoot you down.
8. "POW Rescue"
A POW camp has been located and an army special forces team will attempt a rescue, your mission is to eliminate all opposition while protecting the rescue team.
9. "Nuclear Transport Blockade"
The Federation is trading uranium with other nations for advanced weaponry, your objective is to halt all supply trains before they escape.
10. "Oil Refinery Seizure"
Allied forces are planning to capture an enemy oil refinery for their forces, however the enemy is currently preparing a defense force to repel the allied forces. You are given the task of eliminating the defenses while keeping the refinery intact.
11. "Ceasefire Conference Security"
The U.N. has offered both sides a Peace negotiation and both parties have agreed to talks however, enemy forces are planning a missile attack on the conference center and planning to blame the attacks on the allies, their plans must be foiled.
12. "The Silvan Fortress" aka "Beta Base"
Following the Exposure of the Federation's Plan to attack the U.N. conference center, the allies have decided to mount an attack on all fronts, your mission this time is to find and destroy an enemy supply base hidden deep in the forest. Also there are confirmed reports of two Giant Bomber aircraft carrying nuclear payloads, find and eliminate them.
13. "The Fort Base"
The Army has requested your unit to eliminate a fortified enemy position located in an ancient castle ruin, as they are unable to get near it.
14. "Satellite Intercept"
A Federation satellite is disintegrating and falling from orbit and its estimated landing point is in a city liberated by the allies, you must destroy the satellite's wing panels in order to change its course. You must hurry though, as you don't have much time.
15. "The Ice Floe Base"
The Navy has requested you to find and destroy and enemy submarine base as the enemy seems content with sinking transport ships. However, due to poor weather conditions your radar will be rendered less effective (the radar is jammed) so you'll have to locate the base via enemy Ice Breakers.
16. "The Mountain Base"
An Airforce Base is located inside a mountain formation and must be taken out however, you will have to deal with enemy ace pilots-some of them consisting of former mercenaries. Also, the only way to enter (and exit) the base is through a tunnel; only the best pilots will make it through.
17. "Mobile Infantry"
The enemy is gearing up for a major counter-attack that consists of super carriers, stealth warships, as well as fighter planes. This will not be an easy fight.
18. "The Island Fortress" Part.1
Having their super task force destroyed; the enemy has moved their base of operations on to an isolated island fortress that is well guarded by fighters as well as air-defense systems, your objective is to wipe them all out.
19. "The Island Fortress" Part.2 aka "The True Island Fortress"
Although your attack had damaged the fortress, the fortress is still standing and the enemy has revealed the true extent of the island's offensive capability -Nuclear ICBMS! The Federation issues an ultimatum to the allies to surrender or face a nuclear catastrophe. Your objective is clear; destroy the island fortress and all enemies at all costs.
20. "Confrontation"
The Federation's secret ruler, Colonel Zan Daas, has challenged you to a duel; defeat him and bring the war to an end.
After you complete a mission (and even if you don't), you can opt to view a complete replay of the mission in cinematic format. Viewing the mission from a third-person perspective, you get to see every bit of action that took place.
Games
These are the current list of Airforce Delta video game series:
- Airforce Delta - Dreamcast (2000), Game Boy Color (2001)
- Airforce Delta Storm - Xbox (2001), Game Boy Advance (2002)
- Airforce Delta Strike - PlayStation 2 (2004)