Blazing Angels: Squadrons of WWII

 Xbox 360
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 56 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 56
  3. Negative: 4 out of 56
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  1. SuzyB.
    Mar 29, 2006
    10
    With the arcade style you wouldn't think you would advance as a player. To my delight this was not the case. Working on becoming an ace. Great game.
  2. TimA.
    Mar 25, 2006
    9
    Dogfight doesn't need explaining; it's your basic Halo 2 deathmatch, but better. Well worth the rental or the buy.
  3. HotM.
    Mar 26, 2006
    9
    You really can not judge this game from the demo. You have to play the game. Well balanced shooter with great control. The control I think makes it a little real. Heck, a real WWII pilot didnt have easy control and didnt have GPS you Ninnies! Anybody who gives this a low score did not play this game. Better than Crimson Skies.
  4. PhilM.
    Mar 28, 2006
    10
    i"ve been playing flight sim games forever! this one really takes the cake. not only does it have control but it moves like a sophisticated arcade shooter! Ace in the hole.
  5. [Anonymous]
    Mar 29, 2006
    10
    This game proves that arcade styles aren't out of style. I miss the squad fights. everythings a fps shooter now. back to old school with the new technology.
  6. JeffA.
    Mar 30, 2006
    0
    The graphics and control is excellent. End of the positives. Now on to the negatives. There are subtitles across the top of the screen that can not be turned off. Very distracting. Worse yet, you can hear enemy pilots with fake German accents talking to you constantly. Since when can you hear enemy pilots taunting you in an airial combat game? I know this is an arcade type game but The graphics and control is excellent. End of the positives. Now on to the negatives. There are subtitles across the top of the screen that can not be turned off. Very distracting. Worse yet, you can hear enemy pilots with fake German accents talking to you constantly. Since when can you hear enemy pilots taunting you in an airial combat game? I know this is an arcade type game but it's not supposed to be Sesame Street. The enemy pilots with the fake accents keep repeating the same few lines over and over again. It makes John Madden in EA's Madden NFL games sound interesting by comparison. In mission two I had to sink 3 destroyers. After I sunk the 2nd ship the screen switched to Frank's plane and I had no control over it. The mission ended with my failing to sink that 3rd vessel and Frank's plane zipping around my screen. Some gamers have reported completing this mess of a game but others have had the same bug that I encountered. Doesn't Ubisoft employ game testers? Luckily I got full credit for this horrid game when I returned it. Save yourself some time, grief and your hand earned cash and do not buy or even rent this mess.… Expand
  7. ReelWorld
    Apr 28, 2006
    6
    Graphics are decent. Control scheme is hard to get used to and the follow-cam really can get you discombobulated in mid-flight. Too arcadey for the pure flight sim enthusiasts.
  8. JamesL.
    Apr 4, 2006
    7
    Well i liked it but it has like the worst voice acting ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! its definetly fun but by no means by this game rent it.
  9. JohnM.
    Apr 6, 2006
    6
    Good graphics, even with that one blurry line that shows up every time you turn. Easy, if not repetitive gameplay. The enemy fighters taunting you is a joke. How do both German and Japanese pilots say the exact same thing, word for word in English??? Probably worth a rental for the campaign mode. Online play is pretty good, but doesn't touch Crimson Skies.
  10. JesseRamos
    Mar 23, 2006
    5
    Major let down. This is a decent game to play but not Next Gen Level. Save your $60 and rent it instead. Pick up GRAW!
  11. PatB.
    Mar 25, 2006
    9
    I finished the game already, and I want a freakin' sequel. I know it's history-oriented, but there has to be a way. This is the coolest game I've played in a while. I highly recommend it.
  12. GeorgeB.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    To be frank, I don't really play video games. It was my birthday last week and my grammy bought me this game out of some delusion that I would like it. Strangely, I did. I'm a WWII addict (I read everything on the subject I can), and considering the context of the game, and the angle it takes from the war, this has to be the funnest game I've ever played. The story is To be frank, I don't really play video games. It was my birthday last week and my grammy bought me this game out of some delusion that I would like it. Strangely, I did. I'm a WWII addict (I read everything on the subject I can), and considering the context of the game, and the angle it takes from the war, this has to be the funnest game I've ever played. The story is compelling, the context is refreshing, and there isn't much of a reason to put the game down. It's truly amazing. Oh, and the graphics are something to die for. ;) Give it a fly!… Expand
  13. JamesM.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    Ubisoft is kicking ass. Brother in Arms, Prince of Persia, GRAW - now this. I was on Activision's jock for a while, but Ubi keeps cranking out great games. This one is staying on my shelf for a long time, and I can't see trading it in. Go Ubi - keep 'em coming. I'm loving the history-based games, and the FPS and action/adventure are fun as hell. If you liked any of the Ubisoft is kicking ass. Brother in Arms, Prince of Persia, GRAW - now this. I was on Activision's jock for a while, but Ubi keeps cranking out great games. This one is staying on my shelf for a long time, and I can't see trading it in. Go Ubi - keep 'em coming. I'm loving the history-based games, and the FPS and action/adventure are fun as hell. If you liked any of the games I listed above, you'll like this, too. They keep putting them out with the same flavor. This one kicks serious ass.… Expand
  14. JillR.
    Mar 27, 2006
    10
    Just played all weekend. I was completely hooked the entire time and can't wait to get back home from work to play some more. I just can't get enough of that thrilling combat. The controls are very intuitive and tight. This is a great game and I'll be playing for a long time to come.
  15. NeilV.
    Mar 29, 2006
    9
    Very good WW II flight sim. Definitely more towards the arcade style, rather than a hardcore simulator, but a load of fun and challenging enough (especially if you're going for Ace level rankings). Initially, when I heard about the wingman system, I had my doubts, but it works well too. Definitely worth a look.
  16. T.J.
    May 12, 2006
    7
    THe single player gets annoying, but this game is really good in Online mode, Flying with friends is the best thing to come to xbox live in a while.
  17. DavidB.
    Jun 11, 2006
    8
    the v-o is on the horrific side; but other than that, this game is excellent! the exhiliration when taking off not just the first time; but every time never gets tired. the dog fights are outstanding, and the game truly shines on xbox live.
  18. LinusI.
    Mar 23, 2006
    5
    This looks spectacular, but man, the controls are just horrible. I've played 3 levels in the demo, including training, and shooting down fighters, bombers, adn bombing targets, and it's just infuriating to play. Games live or die by their controls, and the controls for Blazing Angels feel wrong. They're unresponsive, and counterintuitive. I'd give it points for the This looks spectacular, but man, the controls are just horrible. I've played 3 levels in the demo, including training, and shooting down fighters, bombers, adn bombing targets, and it's just infuriating to play. Games live or die by their controls, and the controls for Blazing Angels feel wrong. They're unresponsive, and counterintuitive. I'd give it points for the ability to swing around a target, if their was some height meter that said 'This is too low;'. But there isn't, so the first time you find out you are too low is when there is a bloody smear on the ground. Pfft. Another point: In the training, you have to dump papers on a church. A friend of mine gave up at this point in frustration,a s he found it impossible to drop the papers directly, despite the fact that he had the sights lined up. Sloppy, bad design. And if I hear one more clipped british tone going on about the Yanks, or one more midwestern hick slathering on a bout the limeys, I shall through a brick through something valuable.… Expand
  19. EdR.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    I'm happier than ever that I got the 360. Every game I've played on this console so far is riddled with bugs and glitches, but so far so good with Blazing Angels. The graphics are unprecedented. Most FPS and adventure games are known for great graphics, but this kind of air-based combat game - rare as hell - is never expected to have much of anything since it's not even I'm happier than ever that I got the 360. Every game I've played on this console so far is riddled with bugs and glitches, but so far so good with Blazing Angels. The graphics are unprecedented. Most FPS and adventure games are known for great graphics, but this kind of air-based combat game - rare as hell - is never expected to have much of anything since it's not even supposed to exist. These graphics are A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. And the multiplayer is as well - come check out this game and get up on 360 LIVE. This game is seriously the best thing to have happened to the 360, yet.… Expand
  20. DanielE.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    I've never played a game like this before, and it's a refreshing change from your typical, gory run-and-gun and action style game. You get to fly an uncountable amount of different planes, and learn a tiny bit about WWII in the process - good for me because I'm not much of a history buff. I've yet to check out the multiplayer, but the single player is challenging yet I've never played a game like this before, and it's a refreshing change from your typical, gory run-and-gun and action style game. You get to fly an uncountable amount of different planes, and learn a tiny bit about WWII in the process - good for me because I'm not much of a history buff. I've yet to check out the multiplayer, but the single player is challenging yet fun, and flying around is pretty much the best thing about the game. When you're not shooting down opponents, you're just enjoying the sights from different angles.… Expand
  21. FredF.
    Mar 25, 2006
    9
    This game, surprisingly, has a hell of a story. You start out in England getting to know your squad. There's a pretty in-depth story behind each flyer - even your mechanic. It's crazy... something you wouldn't expect from a game like this. It's smart, fun, and exciting. I recommend it to anyone who likes a good story and a lot of fun.
  22. CarlW.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    I'm amazed by the graphics on this game. I've played both the X and the X360, and while the 360 is superior, the regular X is spectacular. I bought the regular X version because I don't own the 360 yet, and I'm very pleased. The plot is good, there's a lot of fun in each of the 20 or so missions, and (thanks to my wall-sized projector) the graphics keep me coming I'm amazed by the graphics on this game. I've played both the X and the X360, and while the 360 is superior, the regular X is spectacular. I bought the regular X version because I don't own the 360 yet, and I'm very pleased. The plot is good, there's a lot of fun in each of the 20 or so missions, and (thanks to my wall-sized projector) the graphics keep me coming home and plopping down on the couch to play this every day after work. You really have to see it to believe it. The sound is out-of-this world as well. Definitely give this game a spin.… Expand
  23. BradleyG.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    FPS are my forte, usually, but I decided to rent this one and give it a shot. What I found so astounding was that the controls are just plain ingenious. Most FPS seem to have the monopoly on smart controls, but now that I understand the dynamics of controlling one of these planes, I think this has to have the coolest controls ever. You'd really have to play it to understand, but FPS are my forte, usually, but I decided to rent this one and give it a shot. What I found so astounding was that the controls are just plain ingenious. Most FPS seem to have the monopoly on smart controls, but now that I understand the dynamics of controlling one of these planes, I think this has to have the coolest controls ever. You'd really have to play it to understand, but it's definitely something to look forward to. You can do all kinds of crazy spins and quick turn-arounds, but if you don't control it just right, you can wind up flying into a mountain or something else that will ruin your mission, or cut you right out of multiplayer.… Expand
  24. ArthurA.
    Mar 25, 2006
    9
    The rental wasn't enough. I just got the game for the 360 and freakin' hooked.
  25. KellyS.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    The multiplayer is off the hook. Get it just for that, if nothing else. Otherwise, the single player has more missions than you can count, and the graphics are out of this world. Check this ish out.
  26. TotalRecall
    Mar 25, 2006
    9
    Best WWII and "flight sim" game I've ever played. Even my grandpa, who flew planes in WWII said it looked realistic as hell when he saw me playing. This game rocks!
  27. JohnD.
    Mar 25, 2006
    9
    There are 18 missions total, and each map, goal, moment of plot, etc, is well worth it. Most games just recycle their plot all the way through, dumb-down missions when they get lazy - the developers of this game knew what they were doing. This game is astounding.
  28. PeteT.
    Mar 25, 2006
    9
    Hands down, BLAZING ANGELS has to have the best replayability I've seen in a game in quite some time. Addictive, smart, fun. Everything you'd need in a game.
  29. FrankJ.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    I've never seen a game set the tone so perfectly for WWII. Not too somber and nihilistic, but careful and alarmed. This game is truly a masterpiece. The fun factor plus the historical aspects equals a KICK ASS GAME.
  30. JonR.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    Plain and simple. It's a PERFECT game. A real joy to play. Anyone saying otherwise probably didn't play it and is repeating what they heard in some of the reviews from the guys that never like the good games. Get this one, you'll be sorry if you miss this one!
  31. DarwinF.
    Mar 27, 2006
    9
    This is THE WW2 dogfighter! Airial combat at it's finest. The controls are slick and the action is fast. This is the one to play again and again and again. 18 missions of total fun. And gorgeous to boot.
  32. DaleF.
    Mar 27, 2006
    9
    This one is a blast. I really enjoyed other arcade style air combat and thought I'd give this a try. Even better than the stellar Crimmson Skies, this is most likely the best game of it's kind to hit the market yet. Huzzah!
  33. GillS.
    Mar 27, 2006
    9
    Single engine air combat for the arcade fan! I like my flight games with a minimal learning curve. This game not only succeeds on this level, but it's a tremenous effort from Ubisoft, who also brought us the amazing Crimson Skies and the hot game Heroes of the Pacific. Rounding out the mix, Blazing Angels has you flying 18 missions with squadrons of buddies at your wingtips to help Single engine air combat for the arcade fan! I like my flight games with a minimal learning curve. This game not only succeeds on this level, but it's a tremenous effort from Ubisoft, who also brought us the amazing Crimson Skies and the hot game Heroes of the Pacific. Rounding out the mix, Blazing Angels has you flying 18 missions with squadrons of buddies at your wingtips to help you fight toward the win of WW2.… Expand
  34. BenG.
    Mar 28, 2007
    6
    I think it's a pretty game and I actually the voice acting for the personality it gives the game, accentuated by the rich WW2 motif. However, the single player campaign relies on horrible recon missions. And since this is a flight game, the multiplayer is very bland.
  35. nightsharks23
    Jan 30, 2013
    6
    Flying games are one of my favorite types of games. Blazing Angels for the most part is okay. The graphics are okay, and the story is mediocre. The one thing I truly love about this game is the control. Blazing Angels has one of the best controls I have played. Its simple, and it feels very smooth. I rarely find my some fighting with the controls compared to other flying games. AnotherFlying games are one of my favorite types of games. Blazing Angels for the most part is okay. The graphics are okay, and the story is mediocre. The one thing I truly love about this game is the control. Blazing Angels has one of the best controls I have played. Its simple, and it feels very smooth. I rarely find my some fighting with the controls compared to other flying games. Another thing that I really like about the game is the missions are fast and the game helps you in what your suppose to do. What keeps this game at like a 5 or a 6 is because with the story and the graphics being dull, the game does feel very boring at certain points and sometimes the game feels to easy. The game is okay, if your like me who loves flying games I recommend this game to you.… Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#62 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2006
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#21 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2006
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#36 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2006

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 58 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 46 out of 58
  3. Negative: 1 out of 58
  1. games(TM)
    60
    The repetitive nature of the majority of missions soon takes its toll, and the primary motivation for progressing soon becomes the desire to see how nice the next level looks, not the love of playing the game. [Apr 2006, p.110]
  2. TeamXbox
    85
    Graphic ho’s will also marvel at how Ubisoft Romania managed to make each frame of action look like a professional oil painting depicting the harsh but strangely beautiful skies of WWII.
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  3. GamePro
    70
    Unwieldy controls and average graphics stall this flyer. But the game is certainly not grounded.
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