Heliborne Collection similar games & best alternatives

Heliborne Collection

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S • 2017

Should you play it?

Rotary-wing aviation and helicopter combat with a dynamic battlefield and the support of ground forces. Appreciated for MMO elements and an addictive gameplay loop. Use tactics and make strategic decisions or fly around and shoot in historically accurate maps.

What works
  • Engaging helicopter combat
  • Active and friendly community
  • Diverse helicopter selection and loadouts
  • Cooperative and competitive multiplayer modes
  • Good value for price with no pay-to-win
Things to keep in mind
  • Limited number of maps
  • Some bugs and technical issues
  • Lack of deep narrative or campaign
  • Imbalance in pvp factions reported
  • Small developer team limits update speed

What to play next

Similar games, hidden gems, and fresh directions from this game.

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • War Brokers

  • Insurgency: Sandstorm

  • War Dust VR: 32v32 Battlefields

  • POLYGON

  • Revolution Ace

  • Blackwake

  • VERSUS SQUAD

  • Black Squad

  • Ironsight
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • War Brokers

  • Dangerous Waters

  • Task Force
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

  • Autonomy

    Cleared Hot
  • Continuation

    Emberhold
  • Cooperation

    Shatterline

Similarity map

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Similarity map

Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers (hidden on purpose).

Heliborne Collection: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Status, Cooperation. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fantasy, Story.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

    Game with the same Autonomy vibe

    4

    "Players have freedom to choose helicopters, customize weapons, and approach missions with different tactics and improvisation."

    Capsule for Cleared Hot Cleared Hot

    "Players can choose helicopters, loadouts, and tactical roles freely, with squadron selection and in-game decisions affecting gameplay."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    3

    "Game offers a learning curve and skill development in drifting; physics are decent but more arcade-like than hardcore sim."

    Capsule for RDS - The Official Drift Videogame RDS - The Official Drift Videogame

    "The game requires skillful flying and aiming, with a learning curve and tactical decision-making, but is more arcade than hardcore simulation."

  • Competition

    Game with the same Competition vibe

    3

    "Includes PvP modes with ranked matches and skill-based play, but also strong focus on co-op and PvE modes without direct competition."

    Capsule for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2

    "Includes PvP modes with team-based competition and leaderboards, though PvE and co-op modes are also popular."

  • Continuation

    Game with the same Continuation vibe

    4

    "Many players report habitual play, long sessions, and repeated runs with progression systems encouraging continued engagement."

    Capsule for Emberhold Emberhold

    "Many players report long play sessions and habitual engagement, with progression systems encouraging continued play."

  • Cooperation

    Game with the same Cooperation vibe

    4

    "Strong emphasis on cooperative PvE modes requiring teamwork, with 3-player squads and team composition importance."

    Capsule for Shatterline Shatterline

    "Strong emphasis on teamwork in PvP and co-op modes, requiring coordination of different helicopter roles and troop deployments."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    2

    "Players can customize aircraft loadouts and deck arrangements, but within predefined structures and mission constraints."

    Capsule for Carrier Deck Carrier Deck

    "Players customize loadouts and squadron composition but operate within predefined helicopter models and maps."

  • Domination

    Game with the same Domination vibe

    1

    "Some players seek superiority in PvP combat, but community is generally friendly and cooperative."

    Capsule for Airmen Airmen

    "Some competitive PvP elements exist but community and developer focus is on balanced team play and cooperation."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

    3

    "Players enjoy immersive modern military scenarios and tactical challenges that provide distraction and engagement."

    Capsule for Joint Task Force Joint Task Force

    "Players enjoy immersive helicopter combat and tactical gameplay as a form of engaging distraction."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for fun and interest, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

    Capsule for Chorus Chorus

    "Players engage voluntarily for fun and interest, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

    3

    "Players try different squads, weapons, vehicles, and tactics, exploring various gameplay mechanics and strategies."

    Capsule for Enlisted Enlisted

    "Players try different helicopters, loadouts, and tactics, exploring various roles and strategies."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

    1

    "Limited map variety but some exploration of map strategies; mostly familiar environments."

    Capsule for Friends vs Friends Friends vs Friends

    "Limited number of maps with fixed layouts; some exploration of terrain but mostly familiar environments."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

    2

    "Customization of helicopter loadouts and skins allows some degree of self-expression."

    Capsule for Air Missions: HIND Air Missions: HIND

    "Customization of helicopter skins and helmets allows some personal expression."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    -2

    "Game is grounded in realistic military-style combat and vehicles, with some arcade elements."

    Capsule for Death Toll Death Toll

    "Grounded in historical military helicopters and realistic combat scenarios, though arcade-style gameplay reduces full realism."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    4

    "Players feel part of a community through cooperative play and shared experiences, with active developer engagement."

    Capsule for Paranormal Cleanup Paranormal Cleanup

    "Active community with cooperative play and social interaction, including friendly player base and developer engagement."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    3

    "Players learn helicopter handling, weapon use, and tactical approaches, improving skills over time."

    Capsule for Cleared Hot Cleared Hot

    "Players develop flying skills, tactical understanding, and progress through tech trees unlocking helicopters and equipment."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

    Capsule for World of Tanks Blitz World of Tanks Blitz

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -3

    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during matches."

    Capsule for Battlefield™ V Battlefield™ V

    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during matches."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    2

    "Players form friendships and social bonds within the community, though mostly team-based rather than deep personal relationships."

    Capsule for Due Process Due Process

    "Players form social bonds within the community and cooperate in teams, though no evidence of close personal relationships."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    2

    "Some players take on leadership roles in squads, coordinating tactics and decisions."

    Capsule for ARC Raiders ARC Raiders

    "Some players take leadership roles in coordinating team tactics and squadron composition."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

    4

    "Experience points, leveling, and unlocking new weapons and abilities provide a clear progression system."

    Capsule for Blast-off Blast-off

    "Clear progression system with unlocking helicopters, weapons, and skins through experience points."

  • Relaxation

    Game with the same Relaxation vibe

    2

    "Gameplay can be engaging and challenging but also relaxing and enjoyable; some tension in difficult battles."

    Capsule for Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark

    "Gameplay can be relaxing and enjoyable, though some tension arises from combat and tactical challenges."

  • Sensation

    Game with the same Sensation vibe

    3

    "Visual and audio effects including explosions and helicopter physics provide sensory stimulation and excitement."

    Capsule for Air Missions: HIND Air Missions: HIND

    "Visual and auditory effects of helicopter combat provide sensory stimulation and excitement."

  • Status

    Game with the same Status vibe

    2

    "Recognition through in-game achievements and cosmetic unlocks provides social status within the community."

    Capsule for STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II

    "Recognition through unlocks, skins, and in-game achievements provides social status within the community."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    -3

    "No narrative focus; gameplay centers on battles and strategy without story immersion."

    Capsule for Deep Space Battle Simulator Deep Space Battle Simulator

    "No strong narrative or campaign; gameplay focuses on multiplayer battles and missions without deep story immersion."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

    4

    "Requires tactical planning, fleet composition, and real-time combat strategy."

    Capsule for Disney's Treasure Planet: Battle of Procyon Disney's Treasure Planet: Battle of Procyon

    "Requires tactical planning, squadron composition, and coordinated team strategies to capture objectives and win."

  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

    3

    "Combat and risk of death create suspense and excitement."

    Capsule for Apotheon Arena Apotheon Arena

    "Combat encounters and risk of being shot down create suspense and excitement."

  • Value

    Game with the same Value vibe

    4

    "Players report good value for money with many hours of engaging gameplay."

    Capsule for Alina of the Arena Alina of the Arena

    "Players report good value for money with many hours of engaging gameplay and no pay-to-win mechanics."

  • Violence

    Game with the same Violence vibe

    4

    "Combat involves shooting, explosions, and destruction of enemy units and bases."

    Capsule for Bot Wars Bot Wars

    "Combat involves shooting, destruction of enemy helicopters, vehicles, and ground units."

  • Survival

    Game with the same Survival vibe

    3

    "Players must avoid losing units and manage tactical threats carefully to survive."

    Capsule for Frozen Synapse Frozen Synapse

    "Players must avoid being shot down and manage tactical threats to survive and succeed."

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