Many reviewers cite the VR support as "showstopping" with smooth frame rates and a highly interactive, 80% clickable 3D cockpit.
“For the price point this is a great mid range flight sim as advertised and it is still in Beta” Steam Community · 8 years ago Key Strengths and Weaknesses File: Combat.Air.Patrol.2.Military.Flight.Simul...
Recent news of acquiring the title has renewed some hope in the community for more consistent future updates. Many reviewers cite the VR support as "showstopping"
Sim enthusiasts often highlight the game's unique "middle-ground" feel—more complex than an arcade game but more accessible than hardcore sims like DCS. “Combat Air Patrol 2 is a great VR Sim!” Reddit · r/oculus · 8 years ago “Combat Air Patrol 2 is a great VR Sim
Current enemy AI is noted for being non-reactive, and several promised features like the mission planner and full fleet management are still under development.
A common grievance is the decade-long development period with long stretches of no updates, leading some to describe it as an "empty shell" or "tech demo".
These videos provide a first look at the gameplay, VR features, and the current state of development: