# Aces of the Luftwaffe

> WW2 arcade action

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id581493695](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id581493695)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id581493695`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** THQ Nordic Mobile GmbH
- **Category:** Casual
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (26 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3.10
- **Last updated:** 2017-08-11
- **First published:** 2013-02-14
- **Size:** 42 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/aces-of-the-luftwaffe/id581493695)
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## Description

Jump into action and become a fighter ace yourself!

YOU have to show what you’re made of as the war over Europe is in full swing. Fight waves of Axis planes and panzers until you hit the boss enemies – the ACES OF THE LUFTWAFFE.

STORY
It is the darkest hour for England. The Axis are sending their best into the Battle of Britain, and only a handful of brave pilots are left to destroy them. Get into your war plane and don’t let go of the trigger before each and every enemy has been blown out of the skies! But even if you vanquish the notorious Aces of the Luftwaffe, are you prepared to take the fight to the mainland?

Will YOU foil the occult plans of the Luftwaffe to spread darkness over England?

FEATURES
- PLAY WITHOUT ADS!
- Fight thousands of enemy air planes
- Choose and upgrade your plane and pilot
- Beat super tough bosses
- Fly bombastic missions
- Enjoy mighty power-ups
- Full tablet support
- MFi game controller support
- Game Center support

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## Rankings

- #230,022 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviewers praise Aces of the Luftwaffe for its nostalgic arcade vibe, replayability, and addictive, challenging gameplay with tough bosses. However, many reports center on stability problems—crashes on startup, loss of progress, and device compatibility issues on older hardware—which significantly impact the playing experience despite the game's strong core action.

### Pros

- Nostalgic, old‑school arcade feel with strong replay value.
- Addictive and engaging gameplay with challenging boss battles.
- Beloved by longtime players and widely praised as a standout shmup.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and startup failures across devices, making it hard to play.
- Progress is lost or not saved after crashes, erasing in‑game progress.
- Compatibility issues on older hardware (e.g., iPhone 5, iPod touch 4, iOS 8) that prevent or hinder playing.

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