In Project Stealth Fighter, players take control of a classified Lockheed F-19 aircraft, engaging in various missions across diverse locations such as Libya, the Persian Gulf, Scandinavia, and Central Europe. Players can customize mission parameters, including rules of engagement and target types, enhancing the strategic depth of gameplay.

The storyline revolves around covert military operations, where players must navigate complex geopolitical scenarios while executing their missions. The game emphasizes stealth and tactical decision-making in a simulated combat environment.

Project Stealth Fighter stands out with its detailed mission customization options and a focus on realistic flight dynamics, despite its simpler graphics and physics compared to its 16-bit successor.