Virtual pilots from over 30 countries around the world will log on to Combat Tour to experience a portrayal of air combat like never before. Players guide their character through the perilous journey of a WW2 combat pilot taking part in the greatest air battles from either the Axis or Allied side. New pilots must first complete basic flight instruction before being posted to their unit. Each player can then choose to go on regularly scheduled missions containing a variety of different objectives with and against other players and AI units.

Combat Tour's mission based format sets it apart from other online games by uniting players to achieve a common objective. In many other multiplayer games, player interaction is sparse resulting in an ally simply being someone that you avoid shooting. Because it takes group success to achieve individual success, players are dependent on teamwork and cooperation making this a true multiplayer experience.

As the player contributes to his side's success, he also contributes to his own success. His character will earn promotions and additional benefits, such as improved pilot physiology and better maintenance crews. The player will be able to customize his character's development to best fit his own playing style.