According to the instructions, higher-end models need to be unlocked by purchasing them with in-game currency.
If you want to save your progress, you can use the GAMENOVA All-in-One Card.
This system is the same as the one used in Temple Run, so it's not exactly new.
"They're really generous to let you try it one more time."
Wolfgang noticed that he could try it out directly, so he didn't hesitate and selected the F-16, whose attributes were all marked.
After all, this cabin is modeled after the F-16, so naturally, if you want to play, you should play with the F-16.
As he pressed confirm, the engine roared and propelled it off.
After a brief loading process, the plane was already in the air.
Although Lin Lixin wanted to implement the entire process from runway takeoff in one go, he was simply overwhelmed by the limitations in both performance and capacity.
Ultimately, the project team had no choice but to scrap the original full-fledged version, replacing the ground with textures and focusing all resources on the sky itself.
Although this means the only role of the ground forces is to intercept incoming aircraft, the Air Combat experience is indeed significantly enhanced.
This can be considered putting good steel to good use.
Despite having anticipated this, the two were still stunned when they actually saw the realistic 3D flight footage before them.
Radar, fuel gauge, altimeter, fire control system
Every element that should be there is present.
In Wolfgang's memory, flight shooting games were still the completely 2D flat shooting games like "1942".
When he saw the 3D mentioned in the GG advertisement, he instinctively thought it was just another new scrolling technology.
For example, the depth-of-field parallax 3D effect created in Sonic the Hedgehog using multiple background scrolls.
But now it seems----
My thinking is undoubtedly wrong, terribly wrong!
Holy crap, when did video games become like this?!
He turned to look at his assistant, who was serving him, trying to figure out if he had been too out of touch with the news in West Germany and had missed the good show in North America.
But all he saw was another expressionless, blank stare.
This can only prove one thing.
Even for the United States right in GAMENOVA's home turf, the graphics of Ace Combat were something they'd never seen before!
Honestly, can the film industry achieve this level?
The answer is yes, but is it easy? Not at all.
Even if it were actually realized, it wouldn't achieve the completely real-time rendering of video games, where the player could fly however they wanted instead of just watching fixed shots from movies.
The gap is too big----
Wolfgang suddenly felt his hidden pride as a great director shatter in an instant. "I still need to come here to learn more—"
This gap is no longer something that can be bridged simply by trying harder.
I remember a few years ago when I went to Hollywood to film a movie, the video game industry was still lukewarm.
It even looked like it was dead.
At that time, he had heard that a company called GAMENOVA was doing quite well.
It's unbelievable that in just a few short years, video games have grown into such a terrifying monster.
While I was thinking, two enemy planes appeared on the screen. The fire control system had marked them, but they had not yet entered the missile lock-on range.
Based on the radar display, there should be another aircraft behind us.
Shaking his head, Wolfgang dismissed those trivial thoughts and focused on the game before him.
Pushing the throttle valve lever immediately caused the speedometer on the left to start climbing.
The engine roar emanating from the stereo became even louder.
Judging from the surrounding reference points, it's clear that the fighter jet's speed has indeed increased significantly.
According to the distance displayed on the fire control system, the two sides are approaching each other at an alarming speed.
The number quickly dropped below 1,000.
Now the fire control system was finally able to lock onto the other side.
Didi
[Target locked, fire!]
Tom Cruise's voiceover, coming from the speakers, had been processed by effects, making it sound like it was coming through a communication headset, with background noise and distortion typical of communication.
"The missile was launched in a flash, drawing a beautiful arc in the air and hitting its target perfectly."
[Bingo!]
[Well done, buddy!]
Watch out, it's on your left!
Upon hearing this, Wolfgang immediately attempted a maneuver.
After all, he wasn't a pilot by training, so he didn't understand all that stuff; his main skill was simply to fly with a powerful brick.
The entire aircraft seemed intent on making a sharp turn, and after the sharp turn, the throttle valve was pushed all the way up, and the engine instantly switched to afterburner mode.
"Boom!!!"
A loud, low-frequency bang erupted from the speakers, making Wolfgang's heart pound wildly.
At the same time, the hydraulic rods under my buttocks also started working simultaneously, rocking the seat.
In addition to simulating the deflection and centrifugal force caused by maneuvering, it even has the vibration of fuselage shaking.
If it weren't for the G-forces pressing down on me, it would feel exactly like I was actually flying a plane.
The fighter jet suddenly darted away.
[9 o'clock direction]
[Target in view!]
[Target locked!]
A burst of machine gun fire followed, and just as the target was about to break free of lock, Wolfgang fired a missile.
[Bingo!]
[Wuhu!]
Tom Cruise's cheers erupted, and in the footage, the fighter jet exploded into a fireball in mid-air, clearly beyond saving.
After what just happened, even Wolfgang, who always tried to remain silent and act like a master, couldn't hold back any longer.
"Cool!"
Honestly, it takes a miracle to keep this up.
Wolfgang is a great director, after all. What kind of scenes hasn't he seen in his life? What kind of breathtaking cinematic visuals hasn't he witnessed?
He'd never seen anything like it before!
He recognized the incessant, excited voice in his ear as Tom Cruise, the star of " Top Gun," who had recently been honored with a star on the Walk of Fame.
Well, this kind of approach is probably nothing new to Lin Lixin.
Rather, it's more accurate to say that Tom Cruise, a newcomer to the industry, actually had the opportunity to be selected for GAMENOVA, which currently looks like the biggest technical showcase of the year.
Such an honor would make not only other Hollywood stars envious, but even a director like Wolfgang would inevitably feel a little jealous.
Such a work is destined to be remembered in history.
For the next few decades, or even the next hundred years.
Whenever the history of Air Combat games is discussed, this monumental masterpiece, created at any cost, deserves to be mentioned again.
Without a doubt, Gamenova has once again made history, leaving behind a magnificent chapter.
Michael Jack's commander attire and Tom Cruise's pilot image are destined to be recorded in history.
Just like Schwarzenegger's performances in Contra and Street Fighter.
A classic image can stay with a star for a lifetime.
Even today, fans still occasionally shout " Guile " when they see Schwarzenegger.
The engine was at full thrust, unleashing a fierce roar.
Wolfgang gripped the joystick absentmindedly, making no maneuver.
"The enemy plane whizzed past overhead, almost grazing the side of the plane."
He didn't aim at anyone at all, but simply made the plane trace an arc in the air before pressing the fire button.
The machine gun's ammunition belts flew out in a continuous line through the air, as if they had been flung out densely.
He was given plenty of ammunition, 9,999 rounds of reserve, enough to unleash it recklessly into the sky.
Wolfgang didn't know what real Air Combat should be like, nor did he know how expert pilots operated.
But he was very clear about one thing.
This is exactly what the intense and exciting Air Combat I've always dreamed of should be like.
"This money was definitely well spent."
This thing is no longer limited to use in arcades.
Based on the quality it's currently exhibiting, it's already at the level of an amusement park.
Even setting up a few in an amusement park wouldn't be a problem at all.
Wolfgang even harbors a violent theory now.
Every shopping mall should have one of these!
Everyone says it's the store's prized possession, and it seems they're right.
With an arcade machine like this just sitting there, it will become the center of a traffic frenzy, no matter where it is.
But...
I definitely can't sell these two machines for cash.
He glanced at his assistant beside him, who was drooling and completely absorbed in the moment, and said, "I'll inquire with a shipping company later and see if they can get this thing shipped to my hometown."
Given GAMENOVA's overseas expansion efficiency, it will be quite a while before you can play this game in West Germany.
Once I get home, I won't be able to play with this anymore?
Holy crap, that won't do!
Even if it costs tens of thousands more, it's worth it.
Just as Lin Lixin predicted, Ace Combat once again staged a remarkable comeback, successfully achieving a low start followed by a strong finish.
If selling out all 1,000 units on the first day can be considered a low start, then...
In short, it was only after these machines appeared in various places that people truly realized what a big deal GAMENOVA had been quietly up to.
Officially authorized by the Department of Defense Entertainment Media Office, covering a range of fighter jets from Department of Defense partners and contractors, including Lockheed and General Dynamics.
According to the official statement, each model has been adjusted based on real data, and each aircraft type has its own characteristics, striving to achieve the most immersive Air Combat experience.
Even just a few days after its official release, the Ministry of Department of Defense actually released a promotional poster.
The picture shows Tom Cruise dressed as a pilot, sitting in the cockpit of Ace Combat.
As for the content, it's naturally the same old recruitment lines used back in the " Top Gun " era.
However, all of these are for external use.
The situation is even more exaggerated when it comes to internal matters.
Over the course of the week, orders from various regions surged, but the biggest revenue for GAMENOVA came from several defense orders.
According to Lockheed, both the Navy and the Air Force actually wanted to purchase a batch of Ace Combat.
Of course, it's a high-fidelity version specially made for Lockheed.
However, the situation escalated far faster than Lin Lixin had imagined.
Early June.
"Click, click"
The sound of camera shutters clicking could be heard continuously from the audience.
Numerous cameras and microphones were aimed at Lin Lixin, who looked somewhat bewildered on the stage, and the Department of Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service that he was holding.
"Well----"
Lin Lixin scratched his head.
Making games has gotten so far that it's affecting the Department of Defense; who can you complain to about that?
In short—thank you all for your support!