Combat Air Patrol 2: Military Flight Simulator vs Metal Thunder
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Metal Thunder wins 13 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Metal Thunder is $20.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Combat Air Patrol 2: Military Flight Simulator | Metal Thunder |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 45 | 49 |
| Quality | 42 | 62 |
| Value | 49 | 55 |
| Popularity | 41 | 22 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $29.99 | $9.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 47.5% positive | 75.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 5 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Combat Air Patrol 2: Military Flight Simulator
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Combat Air Patrol 2: Military Flight Simulator | Metal Thunder |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 6, 2016 | November 1, 2024 |
| Developers | Sim155 Limited | Dumbbell Games |
| Publishers | MicroProse Software | Dumbbell Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | 64 bit Windows 10 | Windows (64-bit) 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Core i7 | Intel Core i5-6500 @ 3,2 GHz (4 CPUs) |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GTX970/AMD Radeon R9 280 | NVidia GeForce GTX 1060 4GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 5 GB available space | 6 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Combat Air Patrol 2: Military Flight Simulator or Metal Thunder?
Metal Thunder won the comparison against Combat Air Patrol 2: Military Flight Simulator 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 Combat Air Patrol 2: Military Flight Simulator worth buying over Metal Thunder?
Based on the metrics, Metal Thunder 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. Metal Thunder currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:54 PM UTC