Wings over Vietnam is a simulation game in which players engage in realistic aerial combat and bombing missions set during the Vietnam War, with core mechanics involving precise aircraft control, bombing techniques, and missile engagement. In this game, players take on the role of a pilot flying missions across a scaled-down map of Vietnam, participating in historical campaigns such as Operation Rolling Thunder, Linebacker I, and Linebacker II, with the option to undertake custom single missions for practice. It stands out with its detailed simulation of 1960s-style bombsights, the unreliability of early US air-to-air missiles, and the inclusion of various Soviet surface-to-air missiles like the SA-2, creating a challenging and authentic experience that emphasizes strategic planning and skillful flying.