Player built maps are rotated at the end of each war, reset, and started over.

The main (and original) focus of Aces High is World War II aerial combat.

Although the selection of ground vehicles was a little lacking, it was later improved with the addition of the M4A3 and the M4A3(76) (a version armed with a 76mm high velocity gun as opposed to a 75mm low velocity gun, which would give better anti-tank capabilities at the cost of less powerful high-explosive shells).

Scenarios are special large-scale battles in Aces High that run a 2-3 times per year.

A scenario typically involves about 150 people divided into two sides, each with a dedicated command staff.