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Red Baron is a combat flight simulator released in 1990 for MS-DOS. Developed by Dynamix, Inc. and published by Sierra On-Line, Inc., the game is set during World War I and is presented from a first-person perspective. It focuses on historical aerial combat, featuring a selection of 28 different period aircraft from both Allied and German forces, rendered with three-dimensional graphics.

Players assume the role of a World War I pilot, beginning a career with the objective of advancing in rank and reputation to become a notable ace. The game offers a structured career mode alongside individual single missions. These missions encompass various types of objectives, including dogfights, patrols, reconnaissance escorts, bomber interceptions, and specialized tasks such as destroying observation balloons or hunting Zeppelins. Some missions are based on historical engagements. Players typically command a small flight of one to three wingmen, though they can also choose to fly alone when leading a mission.

Gameplay involves piloting the aircraft through these combat scenarios, managing flight mechanics and engaging enemy planes in aerial battles. Progression is tied to successful mission completion and performance, which influences the pilot's career standing. The simulation includes systems for navigation, target engagement, and squadron command, providing a detailed representation of early military aviation warfare.