WINGS OF FURY Computer Game Ad Apple 1988 WWII Brøderbund Electronics
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Description
WINGS OF FURY Computer Game Ad Apple 1988 WWII Brøderbund Electronics. The artwork features a striking, high-impact illustration by artist M. Macken, depicting an F6F Hellcat with shark-mouth nose art soaring over a burning aircraft carrier. The layout features the iconic Brøderbund logo and detailed ordering information from their San Rafael, California headquarters. This original 1988 magazine advertisement showcases 'Wings of Fury,' an action-packed WWII aerial combat game published by Brøderbund Software, Inc. for Apple II computers. The artwork features a striking, high-impact illustration by artist M. Macken, depicting an F6F Hellcat with shark-mouth nose art soaring over a burning aircraft carrier. The vibrant red and orange sky emphasizes the 'flame-red dawn' described in the copy, capturing the intense energy of 1980s video game marketing. The ad includes gameplay screenshots showcasing the 8-bit graphics of the era, along with the bold 'Blaze Your Way To Glory!' tagline. Historically significant for fans of vintage tech and retro gaming, this piece highlights the Apple IIe, IIc, and IIGS compatibility. The layout features the iconic Brøderbund logo and detailed ordering information from their San Rafael, California headquarters. The copy invites players to 'outmaneuver their planes in desperate dogfights' and 'earn the most precious wings of all—Wings of Fury.' It is a quintessential example of late 80s software advertising, blending cinematic illustration with technical specifications. Verified Specifications: Brand: Brøderbund Software, Inc. Product/Line: Wings of Fury (Video Game for Apple 128K IIe, IIc, IIGS) Item Type: Magazine Ad Artist: M. Macken Art Style/Historical Context: 1980s Video Game Illustration / Retro Computing Publication Details: Circa 1988 City/State/Province/Country: San Rafael, CA, USA Logos/Graphics: Wings of Fury gold-style logo, Brøderbund logo, F6F Hellcat illustration, gameplay screenshots On-Piece Claims: 'Blaze Your Way To Glory!', 'Use your joystick to maneuver your agile Hellcat' Substrate/Material: Paper Identifiers: 55JIW; © 1988 Brøderbund Software, Inc.; Apple is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Lot Count: 1
