Aces of Thunder vs IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition is $28.52 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Aces of Thunder | IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 42 | 57 |
| Quality | 50 | 56 |
| Value | 47 | 82 |
| Popularity | 25 | 25 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $29.99 | $1.47 |
| Steam Review Score | 57.7% positive | 66.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7 | 14 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$1.47−85%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$1.65−83%Buy 
Loaded Authorized reseller$2.69−73%Buy Side by side over time
Aces of ThunderIL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | Aces of Thunder | IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 3, 2026 | December 14, 2017 |
| Developers | Gaijin Entertainment | Team Fusion Simulations, 1C: Maddox Games |
| Publishers | Gaijin Network Ltd | Fulqrum Publishing |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/11 (64bit) | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i7 / AMD Ryzen 7 or better | Intel Core I7 6800k or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia RTX 3070 TI or higher / AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT or better | Direct X 11.0 compliant 8 gb |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Aces of Thunder or IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition?
IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition won the comparison against Aces of Thunder based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Aces of Thunder worth buying over IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition?
Based on the metrics, IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:04 PM UTC