Comparison

Cold War Flight Simulator vs Flight Simulator 2d

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Cold War Flight Simulator

Experience realistic flight simulations with a focus on critical situations and cold war era aircraft. Explore diverse regions with unique scenarios, complete real-life missions, and utilize a mission builder for endless gameplay. Features include realistic crash simulations, weather effects, and multiple camera views.

Highlights
  • Realistic plane crash simulations
  • Real-life missions
  • Mission builder
  • Time and weather conditions
  • Tutorial missions
  • Multiple camera views
  • Apple Watch support
Features
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A game from the creators of 737 Flight Simulator. Enjoy cold war planes with this wonderful unique fully featured flight simulator. We give you a fantastic opportunity to see what real pilots encounter in critical situations. There are 7 different regions to explore each having different real life scenarios. Features: - realistic plane crash simulations - real life missions - real indicators - time and weather conditions - tutorial missions - new FREE missions with each update - mission builder - access to houndreds of shared missions - 3D and side view cameras - great music - Apple Watch support! - and much more... We would like to hear your opinion, please rate and send your feedback to flyingdreamscompany@gmail.com And one more thing: WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT FLYING AND WE LOVE THIS GAME! Facebook support page: https://www.facebook.com/Cold-War-Flight-Simulator-1701534893448286/ We dedicate this game to all who lost their lives or suffered injuries in airplane crashes. Attribution: © OpenStreetMap contributors - http://www.openstreetmap.org/

About

Flight Simulator 2d

Experience the thrill of flight in this 2D simulator. Choose from a variety of aircraft, explore randomly generated environments, and master different game modes like transport and landing challenges. Earn rewards to unlock new planes and improve your pilot rating.

Highlights
  • Realistic cockpit controls
  • Diverse selection of 8 aircraft
  • Randomly generated, detailed environments
  • Day and night cycles
  • Free flight, transport, and landing challenge modes
  • Daily tasks and gifts for rewards
Features
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Hey there, are you ready for a wild ride through the skies? Then buckle up and get ready for Flight Simulator 2D - the ultimate 2D flight simulation game for anyone who loves the thrill of flying! This game is perfect for beginners and aviation enthusiasts alike, with its realistic cockpit controls and exciting game modes. But let's talk planes - Flight Simulator 2D has you covered with a diverse selection of aircraft to choose from. Whether you're feeling like a simple single-engine prop plane or want to fly a passenger jet or combat-style fighter, there's a plane that will suit your flying style. With eight planes to choose from, you can customize your flying experience and take on different challenges with ease. Whether you're in the mood for a relaxing scenic cruise or an adrenaline-pumping flight, Flight Simulator 2D has the perfect plane for you. The 2D graphics and simple gameplay of Flight Simulator 2D make it an easy and accessible game for players of all skill levels. The controls are intuitive and the physics are realistic, providing a challenging yet engaging experience. And with its sleek art style and fun gameplay, Flight Simulator 2D is sure to impress both casual gamers and diehard aviation fans alike. But the real excitement comes from the game's environments, which are randomly generated and full of life and detail. Whether you're flying over small towns or soaring above bustling cities, the game's environments are full of breathtaking landscapes. With day and night cycles, players can experience the beauty of a sunrise over the ocean or the glittering lights of a city at night. And with a variety of environments to explore, from lush forests and rolling hills to towering mountains and sandy beaches, there's always something new to discover. Flight Simulator 2D also features three exciting game modes: free flight, transport, and landing challenge. In free flight mode, you're free to explore the maps at your own pace, trying out different planes and enjoying the scenery. In transport mode, you'll be tasked with delivering cargo to various locations, testing your piloting skills and precision. And in landing challenge mode, you'll have to land as smoothly as possible to reach a perfect 10 out of 10 score. And let's not forget the bonus systems - daily tasks and daily gifts. Completing challenges and tasks earns you rewards that can be used to unlock new planes, improve your airline and pilot rating, and increase your overall distance flown. With Flight Simulator 2D, the sky's the limit! So, what are you waiting for? Download Flight Simulator 2D now and take to the skies! With its stunning graphics, authentic controls, and immersive gameplay, this app is sure to keep you entertained for hours on end. Whether you're looking for a fun way to pass the time or a challenging new game to master, Flight Simulator 2D is the perfect game for you. Get ready to fly like a pro and explore the vast and beautiful world that awaits you!

Screenshots

Cold War Flight Simulator4 screens
Flight Simulator 2d4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Flight Simulator 2d at Free against Cold War Flight Simulator's $1.99. Flight Simulator 2d also leads on review sentiment (61% vs 17%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.0). Cold War Flight Simulator's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (5 vs 3). On in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Flight Simulator 2d is free to download; Cold War Flight Simulator costs $1.99 up front. Cold War Flight Simulator sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Flight Simulator 2d sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Flight Simulator 2d holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flight Simulator 2d has 3.7K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Cold War Flight Simulator's written reviews are positive against 61% of Flight Simulator 2d's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cold War Flight Simulator ships an update every 2 months, Flight Simulator 2d every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
Cold War Flight Simulator versus Flight Simulator 2d: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCold War Flight SimulatorFlight Simulator 2d
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)4.7 (3.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews61.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings43.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB323 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTomasz ZablockiSpark Games UG haftungsbeschrankt

Customer experience

Cold War Flight Simulator

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative50.0%

Flight Simulator 2d

All ratings3,733 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral3.3%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews396 reviews
Positive61.4%
Neutral10.4%
Negative28.3%

Bugs and requests

Cold War Flight Simulator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Flight Simulator 2d

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inability to unlock planes in tutorial
  • Planes falling out of sky when out of fuel
  • Unresponsive controls and delayed inputs
  • Frequent crashes on certain devices
  • Graphical glitches and visual bugs

Requested features

5 requests
  • More free planes and maps
  • Permanent upgrades instead of single-use
  • Improved flight dynamics and realism
  • Expanded gameplay content and modes
  • Better optimization and stability

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Cold War Flight Simulator

One-time3
  • Unlock all missions immediatelly$0.99
  • All planes$1.99
  • Mission builder$3.99
16 purchases

Flight Simulator 2d

One-time16
  • 50 TOKENS$0.99
  • 120 TOKENS$1.99
  • 160 Tokens$1.99
Show 13 more
  • BUY USA MAP$2.99
  • Starter Pack$3.99
  • INSTANT AIRCRAFT REPAIR$4.99
  • BUY HEAVYAIR 5$4.99
  • BUY FIGHTAIR 6$4.99
  • B2 Stealth Bomber$4.99
  • An-225 Mriya$4.99
  • BUY SPEEDAIR 8$9.99
  • BUY COMBATAIR 7$9.99
  • Concorde$9.99
  • Gold Pass$9.99
  • BUY MEGA BUNDLE$19.99
  • BUY GIGA BUNDLE$28.99

Questions

Is Cold War Flight Simulator free?
Cold War Flight Simulator costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Flight Simulator 2d free?
Flight Simulator 2d is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cold War Flight Simulator or Flight Simulator 2d?
Flight Simulator 2d is rated higher. Cold War Flight Simulator averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Flight Simulator 2d averages 4.7 from 3.7K ratings.
Do Cold War Flight Simulator or Flight Simulator 2d have ads?
Flight Simulator 2d shows ads; Cold War Flight Simulator does not.
Which is updated more often, Cold War Flight Simulator or Flight Simulator 2d?
Cold War Flight Simulator ships an update every 2 months, and Flight Simulator 2d every 2 weeks. Most recently, Cold War Flight Simulator was updated on September 28, 2026 and Flight Simulator 2d on October 14, 2026.

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