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

💡 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.