A network system is composed of a couple of subsystems connected with mechanisms or communication. Such a system has a high probability of faults because of its complex structure and changeable coupling mechanisms. With the rapid development of artificial intelligence technology in recent years， network systems are threatened by physical faults and malicious decisions. This paper summarizes current research results on fault-tolerant control and fault-tolerant optimization. Then， following the development of the fault-tolerant game， the relevant research results are summarized from the game control to the fault-tolerant game for physical faults and malicious agents. Further， the applications of the game theory on unmanned aerial vehicle（UAV） swarms are summarized. Finally， several research directions that are worth investigating in the future are presented. This review could promote the development of fault-tolerant game in the field of aerospace.