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What Real-World Event Inspired Desert Strike Return to the Gulf?

šŸ’” The Answer

  • The game was inspired by the Gulf War, a major conflict in 1990-1991.
  • It depicts a fictionalized version of the conflict with an insane Middle Eastern dictator.
  • The United States is the player's faction, fighting against General Kilbaba.
  • The Gulf War provided a timely backdrop for a shoot 'em up video game.
  • Electronic Arts used current events to create a topical action game.

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