Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation (Xbox 360)

Release Date: 23/11/2007

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Summary

Developer:: Namco
Publisher:: Atari

Worldwide online domination is only the beginning in Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation as the next-gen processing power of the Xbox 360 allows players to witness high definition, photo-realistic landscapes scream past their cockpits as they issue commands with split-second precision to land, sea and air vehicles for an all out triple-attack on the enemy in the "The Allied Support System". In Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation players will be able to fight alongside fighter planes, gun ships, attack helicopters, tanks, naval fleets, heavy bombers, and electronic warfare vessels in the ultimate Ace Combat showdown.

Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation takes air combat warfare to new heights as it boasts the new "Dynamic Operation System" where massive battles unfold on a "living battlefield," as up to six independent land, sea or air conflicts can break out at any time at multiple locations as Ace Combat allies and enemies clash in real-time. Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation players can experience the realism of war when battlefields come alive with engagingly authentic audio and visual effects: thundering explosions, dense vapor trails of air to air missiles, piercing machine gun fire, booming anti-aircraft artillery fire, mid-air explosions, gigantic columns of black smoke and more.

In Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation, players can prove their supremacy on a global scale as they pilot highly detailed, authentic aircraft such as the F-15 E Strike Eagle and the F-22 Raptor online via Xbox Live. For an all out worldwide battle for the sky, Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation players can choose from a variety of different online modes including the death match and team death match style game modes. Or they can team up with friends to play in co-op, where Ace Combat 6 players combine strategy and skill to work together to take on computer-controlled adversaries. Online rankings are calculated globally in Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation, with high-ranking players being granted honorable titles on a global scale, adding fuel to the fires of furious competition.

Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation Features:

Flight Action redefined: Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation, the latest in the No.1 flight action series, arrives on the next generation console system to continue its absolute domination.
High definition graphics: The world of Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation is a super realistic war zone, made possible only by the superior power of the next generation console system. Glide through breathtaking vistas of Ace Combat 6's nighttime metropolitan skylines, snow-covered mountain ranges, gaping canyons, and skies full of beautifully rendered 3D clouds with tangible density and volume.
Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation gameplay: Lead not only aerial combat units but also naval and ground combat units. The “Allied Support System" in Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation lets you call an army of loyal allies to your aide. Fight alongside fighter planes, gun ships, attack helicopters, tanks, naval fleets, heavy bombers, and electronic warfare vessels. Issue commands with split-second precision and witness the massive combined assault destroying numerous enemy forces at once!
Massive conflicts unfold on a “living battlefield”: Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation is integrated by the “Dynamic Operation System” where up to six independent aerial, ground, and naval battles can break out at once at multiple locations as allies and enemies clash in real-time. Experience the intense realism of war when Ace Combat 6's battlefields come alive with engagingly authentic audio and visual effects: thundering explosions, dense vapor trails of air to air missiles, piercing machine gun fire, booming anti-aircraft artillery fire exploding in mid-air, and more.
The long awaited Online-Mode has finally arrived!: Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation presents several modes of online play with various rules become available, including death match style missions; an all out battle for control of the sky; team death matches; and co-op games, where players cooperate with friends to take on computer-controlled adversaries. Online rankings are calculated on both global and regional levels, with high-ranking players being granted honorable titles on a global scale, adding fuel to the fires of furious Ace Combat competition.
Get in the cockpits of your favorite authentically detailed aircrafts: From air forces around the globe such as the F-15 E Strike Eagle, F-22 Raptor, and Tornado for the most realistic flight combat action.
Seamless pacing and intuitive controls: Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation provides an immersive and stress-free gaming experience. Command an array of licensed aircraft as you break the sound barrier and soar 360 degrees through the sky. Player’s performance directly affects the course of battle.
Become entangled in an authentic war drama: Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation is told from the perspectives of seven main characters; both friends and foes, from officers to soldiers to common citizens. Real-time allied and enemy radio communications change according to Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation's ever-changing events in battle.

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Ace Combat 6 Review; Author: Jon Austin ; Published: 29/11/2007

Jock is playing with the boys.

I promised myself I wouldn’t mention Top Gun in this review, but that seems impossible. If I don’t reference the number one 80’s jet-fest what does that leave me with? Iron Eagle is what, and nobody, not even Lou Gosset Jr, wants that mentioned ever again.

Ace Combat 6 is the latest in Namco’s fabulous jets and missiles series. Set in the near future, the game begins with peaceful Emmeria being invaded by the warmongering Estovakians, and before you know it, you’re defending your country. In an F16 Fighting Falcon. At Mach 2. Crikey.

Danger Zone

Fortunately this is no realistic simulation of modern aerial warfare, but instead a carefully constructed arcade version of real life – it looks the part, but is flyable by us mere mortals. The basic controls are easy to pick up, with one stick for aircraft movement and one to move your head about, throttle and brake mapped to the triggers, while the face buttons take care of target selection, radar screen changing, missile and gun firing. There’s also rudder control on the LB and RB bumpers for those that want it.

Pick a jet, strap some missiles to the wings, and point it at the nearest bad guy. Mucho fun is guaranteed.

There’s no need to worry about radar signatures, flaps, control surfaces, blackouts, redouts, collateral damage or flying 3 billion dollars worth of taxpayers money into the sea with Ace Combat. Instead, it’s a simple case of pick a jet, strap some missiles to the wings, and point it at the nearest bad guy. Mucho fun is guaranteed.

With the controls worked out, it’s time to take on some enemy fighters. Initially it’s a case of spot one on your radar, select a missile, wait for a red lock-on box to appear round the target, then fire and forget. If you get really brave you can even go in close for a gun kill, but that’s just showing off this early on. Later on, dogfighting becomes more strenuous, with ace enemy squadrons jinking and weaving out of the way of missiles. For now though, you’re on fire, knocking enemy jets out of the sky like pesky insects, and it feels great. Then, suddenly, it all goes wrong for Emmeria, with an Estovakian secret weapon turning the tide of battle firmly against you and your countrymen…

I won’t mention anymore of the storyline, as I don’t want to spoil it. Namco can do that themselves, with some of the most ridiculously hammy and overblown ‘war is bad and innocent people suffer’ cut-scenes I’ve ever seen. The CGI here is top notch but it grates a little against the main gameplay – you are sending thousands of pilots and soldiers to their graves after all, so the moralising seems a bit silly.

Mighty Wings

Still, the storyline matters little. You’ve got a country to save, and plenty of aircraft to do it with. As you progress, more and more new jets are unlocked for you to ‘purchase’. Don’t the Emmerians have a Defense Budget? Daftness aside, the jets are plentiful and varied, beginning with the default nimble F16 Fighting Falcon, through tankbusting A10 Warthogs, and on to cutting edge tech like the F22 Raptor. There’s plenty of non-American designed aircraft too, with Sukhoi, Dassault and the Eurofighter consortium all getting a look in. There’s even unlockable skins for the craft, should you fancy a new paintjob, as well as downloadable fighters from the Xbox Live Marketplace. Multiple weapons can also be purchased for each jet, adding further ground attack capabilities, enhanced dogfighting ability, or defensive electronic counter-measures.

Ace Combat 6 is definitely the best in the series.

Absolutely stunning is the easiest and quickest way to describe the visuals. Powder blue skies fade away into a distant sunset, thin streaks of cloud linger above the mountain peaks, rain lashes past your plane as you thunder through the sky, and cityscapes and countryside look simply fantastic as they rush below you. The jets themselves look perfect, with incredible attention to detail – blinking lights, warning stickers and squadron insignia are all present and correct. The lighting in the game is also worthy of note, with sun reflecting off wingtips and canopies, or filtering through cloud cover. The best thing that Ace Combat 6 does graphically however, are the vapour trails. In the middle of a dogfight there are streaks of smoke from missiles, contrails from aircraft pulling heavy Gs, and endless looping ribbons of jet trail. It brings the whole situation to life, and it really does look “next-gen”.

Similarly, the game has some fantastic audio, with authentic warnings and lock-on buzzers and beeps, throaty afterburner notes, and the low thrum of a Vulcan machine gun. Radio chatter is also impressive, if sometimes annoying. All of the pilots and ground assault are in almost constant communication with you, warning you of missiles, enemies on your tail, and prospective threats to the mission or their squad. Keeping on top of these new threats requires the radio chat, so while it can be irritating to be squawked at constantly, it’s necessary to pay attention. No switching it off then!

Take my breath away

Ace Combat 6 is definitely the best in the series. It’s also more difficult than earlier outings. The soaring, spinning dogfighting is still as much fun as ever, as is the ground assault (the number of targets is incredible) and the polish and sheen of the title makes it stand out from the crowd. The more demanding missions will be perfect for series veterans, but newcomers would be advised to tackle the Easy mode first to find their wings. Add in some intense online play (although only a few missions are available), and you’ve got quite a game on your hands. Beautiful, intense, and a joy to play, it’s the game that every kid who grew up watching Tom Cruise chase fake MiGs in his F14 has been waiting for. Altogether now - ‘I feel the need, the need, for speed!’