Reviewed by Marc Saltzman. "While WWII combat simulations may not be as popular as they were a few years back, Ubi Soft's "IL-2 Sturmovik" is one title that might help reinvigorate this sometimes forgotten genre."

Reviewed by Marc Saltzman. "Quite simply, this is a must-have flight simulator for war buffs or flight sim nuts alike, and will surely remain as a resident on your hard drive for a long, long time."

Review by Jakub Wojnarowicz with analysis and screenshots. Score: [87/100]

Reviewed by Scott Osborne, scored 8.6/10.

Reviewed by Tom Chick. "IL-2 Sturmovik is destined to be a classic. This is one of those simulations that reminds you why you love the genre."

Review, by Bernard Dy, titled "Witness rare planes and rare battles." [Score: 85/100]

Reviewed by Jeff Lackey. "Russian Oleg Maddox has created an instant classic in IL-2, easily one of the best flight sims to ever grace a virtual pilot's PC."

Reviewed by Jim Weber. "Overall, IL-2 Sturmovik brings alive the battles fought during World War II and any history buff or fan of fully integrated flight simulators wont be disappointed with it."

Reviewed by Steve Butts. "Russian-based developer Maddox has crafted a truly remarkable sim. Combining a first-rate flight model with a lesser-known theater of aerial combat in the Second World War ought to be enough to recommend it to any fan of the genre and time period. And it is."