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The first of this issue's flight simulations is the instant classic Acro Jet - which our very own Hot Gossiper Tony Takoushi raved about in our June issue.

This is probably the fastest simulator you'll ever fly - based, as it is, on an acrobatic jet.

The screen layout is similar to Solo Flight I/II, but there the similarity ends. This is a jet plane, after all!

The player is faced with numerous play options at game start. Four players can compete with a choice of ten events.

The events are: Pylon Race, Slalom Race, Ribbon Cut, Inverted Ribbon Cut, Under Ribbon Roll, Loop Under Ribbon, Under Ribbon Race, Spot Landing, Cuban Eight and Simulated Flameout.

You can pick and choose the events you wish to play at game start from four options. Single Event, Pentathlon, Decathlon and Unlimited.

The ten events all require a good mix of skill, timing and concentration, but they are beautifully interactive, and you feel you are in control.

This isn't really a simulator for beginners - although it is extremely easy to get into. The game comes with Microprose's usual comprehensive documentation, complete with quick start instructions.

Acro Jet is an action-packed flight package - lots of fun, even for those among you who aren't immediately grabbed by games of this kind.

As you dive and weave around the skies you can see the underside and top of your Acro Jet - a nice graphical detail!