Aero Fighters 3

October 1, 1995 Video System Video System, SNK
Shooter
Arcade neogeoaes neogeomvs Neo Geo CD
About

When enemy forces wipe out the jets of the Aero Fighters, they must scramble using heavily-modified World War II warplanes in the third installment of the comical Aero Fighters series.
Storyline

After their presumed defeat, the evil alien forces launch a surprise attack against the Aero Fighters' base, effectively destroying their aircraft. Unable to counter the attack, they must use old WWII-era warplanes with strange modifications, in a desperate scramble for victory.
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Game Info

Release Date October 1, 1995
Developer Video System
Publisher Video System, SNK
Game Modes Single player, Co-operative
Perspective Bird view / Isometric
Themes Action, Science fiction, Comedy