Overview
Footage: FLIR is a military action-simulation game that drops you into the cockpit of an attack helicopter or gunship, but with a twist: you see everything through a low-resolution FLIR thermal sight. There is no third-person camera, no free look outside the optic—just the grainy, monochrome feed that guides your search, lock, and fire from miles away.
Developed and published by ShinJW, this title launched on October 16, 2026, and supports single-player, multiplayer, and online co-op.
Highlights
- Fixed FLIR perspective: The entire game is presented through a low-resolution thermal sight, creating a distinctive military-footage aesthetic.
- Long-range engagements: Targets can be engaged from up to 5 km away, with fog rolling in from 1 km, and dynamic weather like sandstorms that drift across the optic.
- Two aircraft classes: Pilot the AHD-46 attack helicopter (30mm chaingun, rockets, Hellfire missiles) or the AGC-103U and AGC-103J gunships, each with their own weapon loadouts.
Who It's For
If you enjoy atmospheric, stylized military shooters that emphasize patience and precision over run-and-gun action, Footage: FLIR will likely appeal. The lack of a HUD or external camera forces you to rely on the thermal feed, making every engagement feel tense and deliberate.
It's also a great pick for co-op fans who want to coordinate strikes with friends, whether in split-screen or online.
Game Info
- Developer/Publisher: ShinJW
- Genres: Action, Indie, Simulation
- Modes: Single-player, Multi-player, Co-op, Online Co-op
- Release Date: October 16, 2026
- Languages: English (full audio), French, German, Spanish (Spain), Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese
- Content Note: Contains military combat viewed through a low-resolution FLIR sight; no realistic gore, sexual content, or strong language.
