Steel Talons is a 3D air combat simulation game developed by Atari Games and released in 1991. It first launched on arcade platforms and was later ported to multiple home consoles, including the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES).
In the game, players pilot a combat helicopter equipped with machine guns, rockets, and a limited number of air-to-ground missiles to complete a series of missions. The game uses a third-person perspective, with a 3D polygonal world rotating around the player. Scenes feature diverse terrains such as mountains, rivers, and deserts.
The game includes 12 main missions, each requiring players to destroy designated targets within a time limit. Additionally, there is a training mode and a mode where players battle against CPU-controlled drones. Players should note that collisions between the helicopter and the ground, mountains, or other vehicles will cause damage or destruction.
Steel Talons became one of the most popular air combat games of its time due to its realistic flight simulation and intense combat experience.