When I started doing Crimson Skies planes to better my modelling abilities, I never really went into it with the expectation of doing a video. So it's funny how these things work out. Anyway, check these out: www.crimsonski.es/ A fully working Crimson Skies fansite in the TYOOL 2024. The person who made it even went so far as to redraw many of the Nation/Gang Logos & Flags for hi-res use. Now you gotta respect that. discord.gg/tGXZTG8ffv An actually active Crimson Skies Discord. Tons of good resources, and the people there seem pretty chill. Less important links: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=98553222 (Give me money, or dont. We're cool either way) Twitter: twitter.com/MacsLore (Feed my Social Media Influencer Ego to the point where I start thinking I can walk on water.) Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/macslore.bsky.social (Also feed my Social Media Influencer ego)
It didn't matter how many new planes I unlocked, I always came back to the Devastator. It was my mainstay throughout the campaign. The other planes just... couldn't do the job, unless it was a specialized one that required them.
I could work with the stock versions of a few airframes but once I found my favorite config of the Devastator, nothing else got the job done better (other than a maxed armored Hoplite on occasion).
I liked the Fury, but you can actually create an autogyro cheese machine with .70s and thick armour after dropping the rocket hardpoints. The autogyro can yaw faster than other planes can turn, so you can just spin around killing everything in the blink of an eye. Won't get where you're going very fast though.
When Jordan Weismann was doing the Reddit AMA thing recently to promote, someone brought up Crimson Skies and Weismann said he would love to return it, but they'd have to talk to Microsoft about it. Knowing the modern game industry, they probably forgot they even own the IP.
I'd buy it. There's been so few good air combat games on consoles for like a decade. Everything is modern jets and seeker missiles. Game developers have forgotten the thrill of dakka!
Can you even begin to imagine what the crazy 1950's and 1960's plane designs would look like in this timeline? I'd love to see what their take on the F-101 voodoo would look like, the voodoo would fit right at home in this timeline as it is now.
I never thought that I would hear about Crimson Skies again... Definitely a welcome surprise. As an idea: instead of the planned videos like this one, how about you choose a fav subject, have some gameplay in the background and ramble about that subject. I think that would be fun.
I've been literally going back and forth on buying Ace Combat 7 on Steam for the better part of the year now. only a matter of time before I bite the bullet.
While I like the idea a lot, I do know Ace Combat is the more popular of the flying arcade games so there's definitely a lot more lore videos on it. I think Crimson Skies and lesser known flight arcade games could use a bit more love on this channel instead. But that's just me.
That takes me back I still remember my old girl "Phoenix Fire". Biggest engine I could fit in, a couple of 60's up top, a pair of 50's down below and all of two hard points for the rare occasion I needed something heavier. She carried me through the whole campaign and was begging for more. Gods I miss her
Absolutely knocked it outta the park yet again. Love hearing about the. Rims on Skies ‘verse & the work you’ve spent on modelling the airframes is much welcomed!
Ah Crimson skies, It worked so well as a semi-serious PC flight sim, and the wacky arcade actioner on console. :) Great pick of craft for a lore vid. ^^
One of FASAs more forgotten, but no less awesome, ideas. I first got into CS playing the OG Xbox game, High Road To Revenge. The Devastator saw me through so much. Nothing like hammering six machine guns into your foe. 7:38 Whos cat?
The Al Gore -Rhythm brought me here. I loved this video. You did a great job with it and the animation. I haven't thought about this game in forever. It's ripe for a remake, update or better prestige TV series. I did catch your disclaimer about source of the caliber information about the guns being unreliable. But I believe it would have to be MM not Caliber for them. A 30 MM cannon on a plane makes sense. A 30 caliber gun is a hunting rifle. The A-10 has a 30MM Gatling cannon. You couldn't shoulder fire a 30 caliber Winchester if the two terms were interchangeable. I looked it up. 30MM is 1.18 inches or 118 caliber. This is very well done. You should be proud.
I respectfully disagree and believe that the measurements are in imperial You're correct that a .30 cal is a rifle calibre but in the early to mid 30's that was in fact the standard armament for fighters with the US using the 30-06, the British using the 303, the Japanese preferring the 6.5mm and the Germans opting for 8mm. It wasn't until the late 30s that the various nations looked at mounting heavier armament to their aircraft. Given that this game is set in an alternative 1930s US an imperial 30 cal armament is very much believable
@@firestorm165 Thank you for your point of view. Maybe you're right. IDK. It's not a hill I'm willing to die on. But it seems like the video is using caliber and MM interchangeably and if they are doing that, it's incorrect. Be well.
@@null6634 The gun barrels look extremely thick for machine gun barrels so 30 mm canons would be my guess as well. Plus if we go historically most nations swapped out machine gun calibers to the more destructive canons as soon at it was feasible. Even the beloved american 50 cal. was replaced by 20 mm and 30 mm canons. If the "universe" is in a state of turmoil where air combat is the main conflict arena a push for canons as early as 1930 is more than likely.
I haven't thought about this game in over a decade, and then I heard the opening tune and I was back in my parent's home office, booting this gem of a game for the umpteenth time. Thanks for an awesome deep dive on the game's titular plane! ^^
Crimson Skies is such an under appreciated property. The Devastator was iconic, and a rare example of a starter vehicle that could be used from start to finish. It's right up there with the Fury and Brigand. Would love to see those and my personal favorite the Firebrand.
Holy crap, you just warped me back in time to 2000, playing the PC game while getting ready to paint up some minis for the miniatures game. Always loved the look of this iconic plane!
I remember when I bought the 360 I got because of this game. I love Crimson sky is the high road to revenge. This is one of my favorite planes in that game.
I played this game way back in the day and LOVED IT! The lore and methos around it was just amazing story telling that enhanced the game to another level. I may need to see if I can find it on steam after watching this.
I mean... I don't know how accurate the in-game designs would actually be for real-life aerodynamics. You may find this an impossible goal no matter how much money you throw at it... as far as being 'functional' goes.
Well someone did make a RC Airplane modeled upon the Devastator so....maybe? Whether or not it'll be safe for people to fly in is an entirely different matter though.
after looking the video i opened a box - and there they still are: lots of screenshots from the game! i really loved the game and its humor - i even have some books from crimson skies 😁
Oh my gosh, I remember this game and plane very well, and I still think it was amazing. Also, I always thought this game could alternatively take place in the Tailspin universe-you know, the one with Baloo as a pilot.
My only critique is that the guns should be mounted in the nose centerline to increase accuracy, and because its a pusher prop you wouldn't need a synchronizer gear.
In the Wing Commander Universe, the Kilrathi saw the transmissions about Crimson Skies, saw the Devastator and said to themselves "Hey, these old designs the Apes had for their planes weren't half bad", and did a "Spiritual Reimagination" with the Jalthi.
My favorite was the plane with the giant turret that took up the whole tail. I basically turned it into a Bolton Paul Defiant without realizing that turret fighters suck in reality
That Was Great! Is This From The Original Game 25 Years Ago? I Only Had The Demo. I Guess You Need A 98 Machine To Run It, Huh? Thank You. (Like #480 - Comment #87)
I miss this game, I’d love to see this remastered with current graphics, and this plane was a true workhorse for me, the only time I wouldn’t use this bird were the times I did the racing challenges the desert fox interceptor was faster and agile enough to make near unbeatable times
Somebody needs to make a DCS Total Conversion. Also, the makers of ARCANE should do an animated series. Like shut up and take my money! Back in the day I flew a bloodhawk modified into a glass cannon hot rod. All engines and two heavy cannons. I did terrible, terrible things to the AI with that vicious little fighter.
4:36 and 8:41: ...I don't think anime/manhua is a thing in the game's era. Now, those Edo period paintings, on the other hand... This game better make a polished comeback, just like Marvel vs. Capcom in recent days. Anyways, would be curious if Strike Commander, if not Talespin, would get the Mac's Lore treatment. Propeller planes having missiles is an anomaly.
If you have Windows 10, upgrading to Windows 10 Pro will let you play the game. Although some of the graphics on the setup and still screens is off a bit.
You can but for me it's weird and I haven't worked out some control issues with the Joystick I couldnt quite figure out. I was using the instructions from the Discord.
A movie or series would be great 👍...😀 With well written scripts and characters... There are do many nice cgi short films but many of them go south because of bad story lines 😢...
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When I started doing Crimson Skies planes to better my modelling abilities, I never really went into it with the expectation of doing a video. So it's funny how these things work out. Anyway, check these out:
www.crimsonski.es/ A fully working Crimson Skies fansite in the TYOOL 2024. The person who made it even went so far as to redraw many of the Nation/Gang Logos & Flags for hi-res use. Now you gotta respect that.
discord.gg/tGXZTG8ffv An actually active Crimson Skies Discord. Tons of good resources, and the people there seem pretty chill.
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@@MacsLore maybe you should try collabing with @Mustard and @FoundandExplained that would be awesome.
It didn't matter how many new planes I unlocked, I always came back to the Devastator. It was my mainstay throughout the campaign. The other planes just... couldn't do the job, unless it was a specialized one that required them.
Same here. None of the others had the same charm.
In HRTR while I generally went for the Brigand or Bulldog, there's a good reason why the Devastator is the "main" plane.
I could work with the stock versions of a few airframes but once I found my favorite config of the Devastator, nothing else got the job done better (other than a maxed armored Hoplite on occasion).
I liked the Fury, but you can actually create an autogyro cheese machine with .70s and thick armour after dropping the rocket hardpoints. The autogyro can yaw faster than other planes can turn, so you can just spin around killing everything in the blink of an eye. Won't get where you're going very fast though.
I wish someone would bring back this franchise.
I have half a mind to start my own spiritual successor story.
I say do it.
When Jordan Weismann was doing the Reddit AMA thing recently to promote, someone brought up Crimson Skies and Weismann said he would love to return it, but they'd have to talk to Microsoft about it.
Knowing the modern game industry, they probably forgot they even own the IP.
I'd buy it. There's been so few good air combat games on consoles for like a decade. Everything is modern jets and seeker missiles. Game developers have forgotten the thrill of dakka!
@@johnathan651 Agreed.
I want Dakka!
Can you even begin to imagine what the crazy 1950's and 1960's plane designs would look like in this timeline? I'd love to see what their take on the F-101 voodoo would look like, the voodoo would fit right at home in this timeline as it is now.
That shift from newsreel to full colour with the music. Oh yes. Thank you for bringing these beauties back to the forefront.
Someone commented that I should try it that 1930s news intro in the Crimson Skies PC Intro, and it seemed like a fun idea to do.
Ah yes, my favorite childhood game
Also to note my favorite airplane in said favorite game
She's a solid choice. There's a reason I chose to model the Devastator first.
@@MacsLore For me it was the Devastator or Brigand, I could never decide between them. ^^
I loved this game so much. Modern remake when?
Bought a sidewinder force feedback 2 for this game.. 🙂
"And when you get to Hell, tell 'em Nathan Zachary sent you!"
"And when you get to Hell, tell the devil that Nathan Zachary sent you."
fify
this takes me back to the 90s. thank you for this.
I never thought that I would hear about Crimson Skies again...
Definitely a welcome surprise.
As an idea: instead of the planned videos like this one, how about you choose a fav subject, have some gameplay in the background and ramble about that subject.
I think that would be fun.
Really now ? You would prever generic twitch streaming over a well made video ?
Nice. Imagine doing a lore video on the Ace Combat Strangereal universe. That would be a hoot.
I've been literally going back and forth on buying Ace Combat 7 on Steam for the better part of the year now. only a matter of time before I bite the bullet.
While I like the idea a lot, I do know Ace Combat is the more popular of the flying arcade games so there's definitely a lot more lore videos on it. I think Crimson Skies and lesser known flight arcade games could use a bit more love on this channel instead. But that's just me.
That takes me back
I still remember my old girl "Phoenix Fire". Biggest engine I could fit in, a couple of 60's up top, a pair of 50's down below and all of two hard points for the rare occasion I needed something heavier. She carried me through the whole campaign and was begging for more.
Gods I miss her
From style to narrative; exceptionally well done!
Absolutely knocked it outta the park yet again. Love hearing about the. Rims on Skies ‘verse & the work you’ve spent on modelling the airframes is much welcomed!
Ah Crimson skies,
It worked so well as a semi-serious PC flight sim, and the wacky arcade actioner on console. :)
Great pick of craft for a lore vid. ^^
One of FASAs more forgotten, but no less awesome, ideas.
I first got into CS playing the OG Xbox game, High Road To Revenge.
The Devastator saw me through so much. Nothing like hammering six machine guns into your foe.
7:38
Whos cat?
Nice Work!! Great models. And love the cinematography! Wish we had you back in the beginning.
We so need a remake of the original
Hell I'll pay through the nose just for a remaster
The Al Gore -Rhythm brought me here. I loved this video. You did a great job with it and the animation. I haven't thought about this game in forever. It's ripe for a remake, update or better prestige TV series.
I did catch your disclaimer about source of the caliber information about the guns being unreliable. But I believe it would have to be MM not Caliber for them. A 30 MM cannon on a plane makes sense. A 30 caliber gun is a hunting rifle. The A-10 has a 30MM Gatling cannon. You couldn't shoulder fire a 30 caliber Winchester if the two terms were interchangeable. I looked it up. 30MM is 1.18 inches or 118 caliber.
This is very well done. You should be proud.
I respectfully disagree and believe that the measurements are in imperial
You're correct that a .30 cal is a rifle calibre but in the early to mid 30's that was in fact the standard armament for fighters with the US using the 30-06, the British using the 303, the Japanese preferring the 6.5mm and the Germans opting for 8mm. It wasn't until the late 30s that the various nations looked at mounting heavier armament to their aircraft. Given that this game is set in an alternative 1930s US an imperial 30 cal armament is very much believable
@@firestorm165
Thank you for your point of view. Maybe you're right. IDK. It's not a hill I'm willing to die on. But it seems like the video is using caliber and MM interchangeably and if they are doing that, it's incorrect.
Be well.
@@null6634 The gun barrels look extremely thick for machine gun barrels so 30 mm canons would be my guess as well. Plus if we go historically most nations swapped out machine gun calibers to the more destructive canons as soon at it was feasible. Even the beloved american 50 cal. was replaced by 20 mm and 30 mm canons. If the "universe" is in a state of turmoil where air combat is the main conflict arena a push for canons as early as 1930 is more than likely.
@@gusty9053
And in the video they moved from.50 caliber to 30, which doesn't make sense.
But I assume the error is based on the source material.
I remember that there was a short run of Crimson Skies novellas published by Microsoft. They were an interesting look into the world and characters.
My guy, you really went in on the devastingly corny puns.😂 Respect for that brave choice
I haven't thought about this game in over a decade, and then I heard the opening tune and I was back in my parent's home office, booting this gem of a game for the umpteenth time. Thanks for an awesome deep dive on the game's titular plane! ^^
HERE IT IS BABY!!
The production and narration of this video. Such a NOSTALGIC KICK in the NUTS!!!😊😂😊
Thank you max the devastator is one of my favorite fighters in any setting
Terrific authentic creation !
reminds me of SCAR
Space Chase Ace Race
Crimson Skies is such an under appreciated property. The Devastator was iconic, and a rare example of a starter vehicle that could be used from start to finish. It's right up there with the Fury and Brigand. Would love to see those and my personal favorite the Firebrand.
Wonderful job as always, Mac!
I did a lot of design work on Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge. My favorite game I ever worked on. Thank you fo much for keeping this alive.
Most excellent . Fantastic story so well done I want more .
I like Nathan Zachary's devastator nose art is black swan from honkai star rail great video
Holy crap, you just warped me back in time to 2000, playing the PC game while getting ready to paint up some minis for the miniatures game. Always loved the look of this iconic plane!
I miss this game
I remember when I bought the 360 I got because of this game. I love Crimson sky is the high road to revenge. This is one of my favorite planes in that game.
I played this game way back in the day and LOVED IT! The lore and methos around it was just amazing story telling that enhanced the game to another level. I may need to see if I can find it on steam after watching this.
Way cool.👍
That would make a cool video game.
Well you're in luck then...
This never leaves my computer.
I hope to see more Crimson Skies from you good sir. Quite a little loved series that deserves far more appreciation
Thanks for the nostalgia, my favourite game of all time
My... it's been a long time.
After playing thru the game, the other planes were jokes. The Devastator was the best! Many thanx 👍👍
i absolutly loved this game. we need more videos like this on other crimson skies aircraft.
Now this is the content I wanted and needed.
If I ever become a billionaire, I want to make a functional 1:1 replica of every plane in the game.
I mean... I don't know how accurate the in-game designs would actually be for real-life aerodynamics. You may find this an impossible goal no matter how much money you throw at it... as far as being 'functional' goes.
Well someone did make a RC Airplane modeled upon the Devastator so....maybe?
Whether or not it'll be safe for people to fly in is an entirely different matter though.
@@Pulmonox yeah that's fair; but I'd still want to try, just because I love building things.
@@MacsLore only one way to find out. 😉
@@MacsLore Few aircraft start life as "safe to fly in" ... just saying
The most vivid imagination I have seen in some time!
Amazing job on the intro, and great video!
after looking the video i opened a box - and there they still are: lots of screenshots from the game! i really loved the game and its humor - i even have some books from crimson skies 😁
Crimson Skies is in bad need of a revival or a spiritual successor!
Crimson Skies is one of my favorite games. Haven't played it a while though. After watching this video I've got to find the CD and load it up.
Oh my gosh, I remember this game and plane very well, and I still think it was amazing.
Also, I always thought this game could alternatively take place in the Tailspin universe-you know, the one with Baloo as a pilot.
Tally Ho lads, it's time to dust off your old X-Boxes and retired PCs and play some tribute to the Devastator.
Oh, how I remember this game. I Loved it!!!
My only critique is that the guns should be mounted in the nose centerline to increase accuracy, and because its a pusher prop you wouldn't need a synchronizer gear.
And its barrels look like it has quad 37 or 40mm autocannons...
Absolutely wonderful
This is so fucking sick, great video and fantastic narration
Yes! Once again Mac delivers the goods!
Looks more like a Babylon 5 Thunderbolt than an X-wing TBH. Good video all around.
Great stuff! I still have my copy of the original FASA boardgame. This will provoke me to get it out again, and make aeroplane noises!
It's like the Jalthi of the skies!
In the Wing Commander Universe, the Kilrathi saw the transmissions about Crimson Skies, saw the Devastator and said to themselves "Hey, these old designs the Apes had for their planes weren't half bad", and did a "Spiritual Reimagination" with the Jalthi.
Love me some OG Crimson Skies!
I always remember flying a Focke with a BIG rear gun as a trap in the city map at street level 😈
Man I miss the Crimson Skies Xbox game, it was so good.
OMG I used to love this game! I know they made an xbox sequel, but the original PC game was always the best.
My favorite plane in the board game too
I love this game! We don't have enough dieselpunk games as of lately. We should bring them back 😂
My favorite was the plane with the giant turret that took up the whole tail. I basically turned it into a Bolton Paul Defiant without realizing that turret fighters suck in reality
This freaking game was so so so so good
Imagine this story/world with War Thunders simulation and graphics. God I wanna see the Pandora in that light.
That Was Great! Is This From The Original Game 25 Years Ago? I Only Had The Demo. I Guess You Need A 98 Machine To Run It, Huh? Thank You. (Like #480 - Comment #87)
I miss this game, I’d love to see this remastered with current graphics, and this plane was a true workhorse for me, the only time I wouldn’t use this bird were the times I did the racing challenges the desert fox interceptor was faster and agile enough to make near unbeatable times
this is what we waiting for ... lets goooo
God i miss that game back in the 00's , so dad it never came into the current windows environ, or even console !!
I like 👍 video but need more lore of Crimson skies
Amazing video!!!
Damn, I really miss Crimson skies
A great game this was, my second favorite xbox game of teenager me after Halo
A very difficult game to play. I never made it through it myself. The Devastator was my favorite though.
Very Good Sir! i do approve! such a Good game
its so beautiful!!!
Somebody needs to make a DCS Total Conversion. Also, the makers of ARCANE should do an animated series. Like shut up and take my money! Back in the day I flew a bloodhawk modified into a glass cannon hot rod. All engines and two heavy cannons. I did terrible, terrible things to the AI with that vicious little fighter.
I love crimson skies, I’m sad we aren’t getting another game, shame. Love the video though.
4:36 and 8:41: ...I don't think anime/manhua is a thing in the game's era. Now, those Edo period paintings, on the other hand...
This game better make a polished comeback, just like Marvel vs. Capcom in recent days.
Anyways, would be curious if Strike Commander, if not Talespin, would get the Mac's Lore treatment.
Propeller planes having missiles is an anomaly.
8:34 Someone went back in time in parallel universe and invented anime in America lol
I Love that game
Man I wish the sequel to CS1 had come to PC.
I wish another game would come out.
How's video a day old, it's been in my watch later list for weeks?
I loved that game (the original, not the eventual Micro$oft version)
yay
If you have Windows 10, upgrading to Windows 10 Pro will let you play the game. Although some of the graphics on the setup and still screens is off a bit.
What Are You Running This On??? I Still Have The Game And Patch. Would Like To Finish It.
That game was so fun. I wonder if I can get it to run on Windows 10 or 11.
You can but for me it's weird and I haven't worked out some control issues with the Joystick I couldnt quite figure out. I was using the instructions from the Discord.
I loved everything about this game …except the gameplay, but I’m not a gamer,I always get bored unfortunately. Can this be played someway nowadays?
can you somehow play it on PC?
What period of time does the Crimson Sky game cover?
A movie or series would be great 👍...😀
With well written scripts and characters...
There are do many nice cgi short films but many of them go south because of bad story lines 😢...
Anime series..the Magnificent Kotobuki
Humm I see arli on a few of the plans
Well her nickname was "The Knave", and Jack's plane was also called "The Knave" So.....yeah. I had to.
@@MacsLore fair enough
Make you wonder how all nation would be if Germany never made the first jet fighter.
Nathan Zachery: Weeb.
🗿 Yes.