Enemy Engaged: RAH-66 Comanche Versus Ka-52 Hokum
Publisher: Empire Interactive
Developer: Razorworks
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"Of all the helicopter simulations released this year, Razorworks' product is in a class by itself." - Bruce Geryk, GameSpot Review

For several years now, simulation fans have bemoaned the lack of a worthy successor to the legendary Longbow series from EA/Jane's. Longbow 2 was perhaps the definitive helicopter simulation, and for some time it looked like that standard would never be equaled. It's been a long time coming, but with the release of Comanche/Hokum, Razorworks proves that good things come to those who wait.

Enemy Engaged's predecessor, Apache/Havoc, boasted outstanding graphics for its time. While Enemy Engaged is built on substantially the same engine, the graphics are so polished (and maintain such a smooth frame rate) that the effect is quite impressive. Weather effects and day/night conditions are so well done that it's easy to get lost in one of Enemy Engaged's landscapes. The game is a perfect example of the fact that sim graphics don't have to be flashy to be totally absorbing.

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The dynamic campaign lets you fly any mission in any of the aircraft that are currently available for that flight, and the added features to the campaign make you feel like you're actually at the center of a war. This is where Enemy Engaged really shines: The combination of solid mechanics, atmospheric graphics, and an engrossing campaign does more than any other sim this year to make you feel as if you're truly in the pilot's seat in a combat zone. The game also features superb multiplayer capability, with the opportunity for massive head-to-head battles with large teams on each side for the ultimate in virtual combat.

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