F-15 Strike Eagle (GB)

**F-15 Strike Eagle** for Game Boy Color is an aerial combat simulation game that puts players in the cockpit of the legendary F-15 Strike Eagle fighter jet. Despite being a handheld version, the game attempts to recreate the feeling of controlling an aircraft and executing intense combat missions.

Gameplay primarily revolves around completing assigned missions, which include both air-to-air combat and air-to-ground attacks. Players will pilot the F-15 through various environments, from deserts to oceans, facing threats from enemy aircraft, surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems, and anti-aircraft artillery (AAA). The display interface is typically a simplified cockpit view, showing basic information such as speed, altitude, and radar.

To complete missions, players will utilize the F-15's diverse arsenal, including air-to-air missiles to shoot down enemy planes, bombs to destroy ground targets like tanks, buildings, or bases, and an auto-cannon for close-range engagements. Fuel and weapon management are crucial, as players need to ensure they have enough resources to complete the mission and return safely to base. Some missions require players to perform landings on aircraft carriers or runways, demanding skill and precision.

The game's graphics are presented in 2D with aircraft and target sprites, sometimes featuring pseudo-3D effects to create a sense of depth and speed. Sound is simple but effective in conveying the combat atmosphere, with characteristic engine noises and explosions. **F-15 Strike Eagle** offers a challenging and engaging aerial combat experience on the Game Boy Color platform.