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5 /5

The first sequel to the superb vertically scrolling shoot-em-up "Aero Fighters", players once again take control of a Jet fighter aircraft and take to the skies to destroy enemy jets, boats, helicopters, gun emplacements and huge end-of-level bosses. The graphics are every bit as accomplished as those of the prequel and the game delivers a good level of challenge.

The end-of-level bosses change from game-to-game; a nice touch that adds variety to an already solid game.

Players can choose to play as any one of eight different fighter pilots, each of which pilots a different jet :

* American F-117A Nighthawk piloted by Robo-Keaton.

* American A-10 Thunderbolt II piloted by Mao Mao.

* Japanese Fighter-Support X piloted by Hien.

* Japanese F-15 Eagle piloted by Captain Silver.

* International F-14 Tomcat piloted by Cindy and Ellen.

* International YF-23 Black Widow II piloted by Spanky.

* French Rafale piloted by Steve.

* British Sea Harrier FRS2 piloted by Bobby.