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The most interesting simulation games released in 1997

All the best and most popular games of the year, upcoming releases, and hits from the past. Use filters to narrow down search.

Archimedean Dynasty
Archimedean Dynasty

Simulation 18 February 1997

In the XXVII century, a global cataclysm forced mankind to go deep into the oceans. As a mercenary to Emerald "Dead Eye" Flynt, you travel through the depths of your submarine, completing commissioned missions and defending yourself against pirates.

PC

iM1A2 Abrams
iM1A2 Abrams

Simulation 10 March 1997

Simulation of the best tank of the American army. You can take part in conflicts in the Persian Gulf, Bosnia and Ukraine. Commanding with one tank or the whole unit.

PC

F/A-18 Hornet 3.0
F/A-18 Hornet 3.0

Simulation 31 March 1997

The third installment of the flagship series of simulators from Graphic Simulations, which is the debut of the cycle on PCs. Relatively simple game graphics and a small set of missions is compensated for by an exceptionally realistic flight model, reflecting the features of the F/A-18 Hornet fighter with great reverence.

PC

Privateer 2: The Darkening
Privateer 2: The Darkening

Simulation 04 April 1997

Privateer 2: The Darkening is a classic space simulation created by the Origin Systems development team. The player once again plays the role of a galactic globe that travels faraway corners of the Universe, trading, fighting cosmic battles and performing dangerous missions.

PC

Comanche 3
Comanche 3

Simulation 30 April 1997

The next installment of the flagship NovaLogic series. Like our predecessors, we become the pilot of one of the most advanced combat machines in the world, the Boeing Sikorsky RAH-66 helicopter and in four campaigns we can show the enemies its greatest advantages.

PC

iF-22 Persian Gulf version 5.0
iF-22 Persian Gulf version 5.0

Simulation 15 June 1997

Improved version of the realistic simulator of the American combat aircraft F-22 Raptor, taking part in warfare in the Persian Gulf during the Operation Desert Storm.

PC

Star Wars: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter
Star Wars: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter

Simulation 15 June 1997

The third space simulator from the X-Wing series was created mainly for multiplayer online gameplay both on the side of the Rebels and the Galactic Empire.

PC

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy

Simulation 12 September 1997

Space simulator in the reality of the popular science fiction series. In the game we play the Star Academy cadet David Forester, who, supported by his crew, takes part in a series of missions, preparing him to take command over one of the ships of the Federation. FMV scenes play an important role in the development of the action, in which we watch, among others, actors known from the series.

PC

F-22 Raptor
F-22 Raptor

Simulation 21 October 1997

Simulator of modern fighter aircraft created by Novalogic company. Allows players as pilots of a super advanced fighter to participate in five campaigns in Angola, Jordan, Russia, Columbia and Iran, as well as in a number of stand-alone tasks.

PC

Microsoft Flight Simulator 98
Microsoft Flight Simulator 98

Simulation 29 October 1997

Realistic flight simulator, the most popular aircraft in the world, in the creation of which experts from Cessna and Learjet collaborated with the aerobatic champion Patty Wagstaff.

PC

X-Plane 3
X-Plane 3

Simulation 30 October 1997

Version 3.0 of the popular series of very realistic flight simulators. We sit at the helm of various flying machines, among which there were avionets, passenger planes and even helicopters.

PC

Armored Fist 2: M1A2 Abrams
Armored Fist 2: M1A2 Abrams

Simulation 01 November 1997

Tactical simulation of the M1A1 Abrams battle tank, in which we have to perform the tasks of commanding the heaviest monster moving on the earth's surface.

PC

Joint Strike Fighter
Joint Strike Fighter

Simulation 02 November 1997

Flight simulator promoted by Eidos Interactive. It gives players a unique opportunity to pilot two prototype, extremely technically advanced Boeing X-32 and Lockheed Martin X-35 planes.

PC

Colony Wars
Colony Wars

Simulation 05 November 1997

Colony Wars is a space clash simulator with a strong emphasis on non-linear gameplay. As we play, we play the rebellious pilot of the League of Free Worlds, determined to expel the ruthless forces of the Earth Empire from the colony. The player's combat effectiveness will determine the further development of the intergalactic war, and if it turns out to be the Space Ace, the command will assign him better and better combat machines. The game started a series of titles under the same name.

PS1

Deer Hunter: Interactive Hunting Experience
Deer Hunter: Interactive Hunting Experience

Simulation 13 November 1997

The first installment of the well-known series of games for hunting enthusiasts. We pack the equipment and go hunting in one of the three locations in the United States. Animals are eliminated with a rifle with a telescope, rifle or bow.

PC

Jane's Longbow 2
Jane's Longbow 2

Simulation 21 November 1997

Sequel the famous Apache helicopter simulation, in which we can again become the pilot of this excellent combat machine and stand in front of a whole mass of enemies equipped with very deadly weapons.

PC

F-22 Air Dominance Fighter
F-22 Air Dominance Fighter

Simulation 01 December 1997

F-22 Raptor fighter simulator, produced by Digital Image Design studio. The action of the game takes us to the Red Sea and the Arabian Peninsula. The production is distinguished by high quality graphic design and flight model combining racial simulation with arcade elements.

PC

Flight Unlimited II
Flight Unlimited II

Simulation 05 December 1997

The second part of the excellent Flight Unlimited flight simulator created by the Looking Glass Studios team. It allows all players to take on the role of a professional pilot and carry out a series of civil flights with five real planes.

PC

Star Wars: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter: Balance of Power
Star Wars: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter: Balance of Power

Simulation 15 December 1997

Add-on to X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter, offering two single-player campaigns for each side, about the fighting in the Airam sector between the imperial Avenger Squadron and the rebel Rogue Squadron.

PC