Ground of Aces: A WWII Air Base Management Sim From Blindflug Studios, the award-winning creators of unique narrative and simulation games like First Strike and Cloud Chasers, comes a completely new perspective on World War II. In Ground of Aces, you are not a pilot in the cockpit; you are the commander on the ground, the beating heart of a remote Allied air base. This is a story-driven management sim where every decision you make, from the layout of a hangar to the mental state of a pilot, can mean the difference between victory and death.Your mission is to build, manage, and shape your very own military air base from the ground up. You have complete freedom to design your layout, placing every wall, workshop, and barracks exactly where you want them. This is your home, and the home of your crew. You’ll be in charge of maintaining a fleet of iconic and historically accurate WWII aircraft, from the agile Spitfire to the rugged Hurricane. Aviation geeks will revel in the details, but remember: bigger planes need bigger infrastructure.But this isn't just a game about buildings and hardware. In Ground of Aces, your people are your most valuable resource. Every pilot and crew member on your base is a unique individual with their own personality, story, and breaking point. You'll need to manage not just their physical readiness, but their morale and mental fortitude. Experience the day-to-day life of a remote wartime base, sharing in their triumphs and comforting them through their darkest hours.Key FeaturesBuild Your Perfect Air Base: Enjoy complete creative freedom. Plan and construct every building, from hangars to mess halls, to create an efficient and livable base. Command Iconic WWII Aircraft: Maintain and manage a fleet of legendary and accurately detailed warplanes. Your Crew, Your Responsibility: Every person matters. Manage the physical and mental well-being of your pilots and ground crew, and experience their personal stories. A Living Comic Book: Immerse yourself in a stunning, hand-crafted art style inspired by classic Franco-Belgian comics, bringing a timeless aesthetic to life. A New View of the War: Experience WWII not from the cockpit, but from the crucial perspective of the ground command that made every mission possible.The entire game is brought to life in a breathtaking art style that feels like a living, breathing comic book. Every frame is filled with the attention to detail and love for aviation that defined the classic masters of the art form. This is more than a simulation; it's a story of the unsung heroes of the war. Can you build a bastion of hope and keep your crews flying?