The Perfect Sim
I have read many of the reviews on here, especially the negative ones. However, do not be discouraged by these reviews. This game caters to the true flight sim aficionado.
Those who complain simply lack the patience to learn the inner workings of the game. The rudders work fine (contrary to another review), the controls are easy to remember, and the cockpit realism is astounding.
Unlike Flight Simulator, I enjoy flying in Lock On. It is easy to get started, but it has enough depth to allow for complete mastery of the jets. Also, unlike other jet combat games, this game truly offers realism.
Yes, you can select easy radar, easy targeting, etc. You can put labels on the enemy jets and missiles to assist you. Or, you can turn it all off. The range in difficulty is amazing, and the tutorials help you increase your skill.
Yes, a few of the tutorials are a bit off in the graphic department (The A-10 Maverick Mission for example). However, if you are paying enough attention, you will understand exactly what he means, and the glitch in the tutorial is only very minor.
The game also has a great community, an astounding number of available modifications, and amazing squadron support. Many famous virtual teams work with this game, including the Virtual Blue Angels and Virtual Thunderbirds.
The graphics are also very pretty for the age of the game.
I would write more, and would have written better, but I must go. I only decided to write this as to encourage those discouraged by the negative reviews.