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Thunderhawk AH-73M is a helicopter combat simulation that gives players control of a heavily armed attack helicopter and a collection of dangerous missions. Unlike a simple arcade shooter, it expects some attention to navigation, weapons and battlefield conditions. The AH-73M is designed for attacking ground targets, so the player spends plenty of time identifying threats, lining up attacks and trying not to become an expensive crater. The presentation is suitably military, with a cockpit-centered interface and a focus on operational tasks rather than cinematic spectacle. It can be demanding, especially for anyone expecting immediate arcade gratification, but that is part of its appeal. Thunderhawk AH-73M represents the era when flight games liked to make players feel as though they had been handed an aircraft manual along with the keyboard. It is a solid choice for fans of old-school combat simulation and helicopter warfare.