Hostile Skies Complete Events
Rules, scoring, and loadout priorities.
Hostile Skies events run every weekend and every holiday. Each event has its own rule set, scoring, and reward pool. This guide covers the recurring event formats and how to climb the leaderboard.
Event types
| Event | Goal | Scoring |
|---|---|---|
| Dogfight Royale | Last team standing | Per kill + bonus for survival |
| Bomber Run | Destroy ground targets | Per target + speed bonus |
| Ace Duel | 1v1 bracket | Per round win |
| Capture the Base | Hold the airbase | Per second held |
| Ace Hunter | Kill the boss ace | Per kill + team bonus |
Loadout priority
- Dogfight Royale — S-tier dogfighter from the Plane tier list, twin MGs, Engineer companion.
- Bomber Run — Mosquito or B-25 with bombs + rockets, Gunner companion.
- Ace Duel — Energy fighter (P-51 or FW 190 D-13) plus ESP helper to read the opponent.
- Capture the Base — Multi-role (P-38 or Ho 229) with a mix of guns and bombs.
- Ace Hunter — Multi-role with guns and bombs, plus a wingman.
Scoring tips
- For Dogfight Royale, do not chase low-health targets; reset to altitude.
- For Bomber Run, hit three ground targets in quick succession for the speed bonus.
- For Ace Duel, commit to boom-and-zoom; turn fights lose to better turners.
- For Capture the Base, sit above the airbase at 2,500 m and dive on anyone who enters.
- For Ace Hunter, follow your team; solo runs score worse.
Event rewards
Most events reward cosmetics, credits, and a unique event title. Top 100 on the leaderboard also unlocks a permanent badge.
How to read the leaderboard
The leaderboard sorts pilots by event score, not lifetime score. The score resets at the end of each event. Aim to break into the top 100 once you have a strong loadout.
Pair with code boosts
Redeem the Active codes XP boosters before joining an event. The boost applies to all the XP you earn during the event window.
Why events feel different
Events change the lobby rules — sometimes you cannot respawn, sometimes the map is smaller. Read the event description carefully each time. The How to fly guide covers the controls; events mostly change the scoring, not the controls.
Looking for a deeper strategy? See the How to beat the final boss guide for end-game boss runs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
Do event rewards carry over between events?
Cosmetics and badges are permanent. Credits are added to your account immediately.
How long do events last?
Weekend events run for 48 hours. Holiday events usually run for one to two weeks.