How Aircraft Are Created in Sky Combat 2

Every aircraft in Sky Combat 2 has its own story — from real-world prototype to in-game model. Today we’ll walk you through this journey and explain the principles behind selecting these legendary machines for our game.

Generation System

The game is built around a four-tier league system, with each tier corresponding to a specific generation of aviation:

• League 1 — 2nd generation aircraft
• League 2 — 3rd generation aircraft
• League 3 — 4th generation aircraft
• League 4 — 5th generation aircraft

This system helps structure the gameplay while maintaining historical accuracy in aviation development.

Selection Process

It all starts with a simple decision — which league needs a new aircraft. Let’s say the team needs to add a new 4th generation aircraft to League 3.

Developers carefully study real aircraft from the corresponding generation, but the selection is based on two key criteria:

• Visual appeal — the aircraft must look impressive
• Cultural recognition — preference goes to aircraft that are well-known to a broad audience

There’s an important limitation though: only attack aircraft and fighters make it into the game. Bombers aren’t considered since Sky Combat 2 focuses on dynamic aerial combat between pilots.

From Concept to Model

Once a historical prototype is chosen, the 3D department takes over. The team of artists and modelers recreates the aircraft with maximum detail, preserving its distinctive features and characteristics.

Balancing and Classification

When the model is complete, the game balancing phase begins. Developers analyze the aircraft’s real-world characteristics and appearance to determine its place in the game hierarchy.

Each aircraft receives an internal classification:

• Light
• Medium
• Heavy

This system helps properly balance the aircraft against others in its league.

Testing and Release

The final stage is thorough testing. The aircraft undergoes extensive checks for game balance compliance before being added to the game.

Future Plans

It’s worth noting that new aircraft have been added to the game infrequently so far, but the team plans to ramp up this process and treat players to new legendary machines much more often.

Every aircraft in Sky Combat 2 is the result of meticulous work by a team that strives to combine historical authenticity with engaging gameplay. From studying real prototypes to final balancing — every step matters in creating truly thrilling aerial combat.