Public reviews for IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 are very positive, with an 87% rating on Steam and strong critic scores as well. Players widely consider it one of the best World War II flight simulator games ever made. It includes a huge collection of aircraft, with over 200 flyable planes and many more in total. This gives players a lot of variety and long-term content.
The game is praised for its realistic flight physics. Planes feel heavy and authentic, and flying them requires skill. It also features detailed cockpit controls, realistic damage effects, and challenging combat missions based on real historical battles.
Players also enjoy the different campaigns, which cover major WWII fronts like Europe, Russia, and the Pacific.