Gunship brings complex attack helicopter simulation to the Sega Genesis in this 1994 release. Originally developed by MicroProse, this port translates the detailed avionics and tactical combat of the classic PC simulator to a 16-bit console. Players pilot an AH-64A Apache through various missions ranging from training exercises to intense combat scenarios across multiple global hotspots, balancing flight mechanics with weapons management and radar evasion.
How to Play
Your objective is to complete assigned mission parameters, which often involve destroying enemy installations or vehicles, and returning safely to base. As a complex simulator, you must manage altitude, speed, and multiple weapon systems simultaneously. In the browser, use the Arrow keys for the D-pad to steer the helicopter. The Z, X, and C keys map to the A, B, and C buttons to manage your weapons and targets. Press Enter for Start to pause or view the map.
Tips
- Mastering the hover is essential before engaging targets; stabilize your altitude before lining up a shot.
- Conserve your Hellfire missiles for heavily armored targets, and rely on your cannon for softer targets to avoid running out of ordnance.
- Keep a close eye on your radar to avoid flying directly into enemy anti-aircraft zones.
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