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Spitfire Ace is a combat flight simulator released in 1982 for MS-DOS. Developed and published by MicroProse Software, Inc., the game is set during World War II and focuses on aerial combat over Europe. Players assume a first-person perspective from the cockpit of a Royal Air Force Spitfire fighter aircraft.

In the game, the player controls the Spitfire with the objective of defending London during the Blitz and engaging in other historical scenarios. Progression is structured around 15 distinct missions, which take place in various European theaters such as France, Malta, and during the D-Day operations. The core gameplay involves piloting the aircraft, managing its flight model, and engaging in dogfights with enemy planes. Players are scored based on their performance at the conclusion of each mission.

The experience centers on vehicular combat simulation, with systems for navigation, targeting, and aerial maneuvering. The game presents a selection of scenarios rather than a continuous campaign, allowing players to choose individual missions. Visuals and animations depict the aircraft and environments from the cockpit view, with the primary focus being on the mechanics of flight and combat within the historical context of World War II.