SpacePC Simulation Video Games
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Simulation games. These titles put emphasis on simulating authentic (or fictional) actions in the most realistic manner possible. They allow the player e.g. to control civil (digger, crane, bus) or military vehicles (plane, tank, warship). Life simulation games (especially The Sims series) are very specific example of titles in this category, because they can simulate almost infinite number of aspects of human lives. more
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Star Citizen
Simulation TBA (early access since 04 June 2014)
A space simulator created by Chris Roberts and the Cloud Imperium Games developer team. The plot of Star Citizen is set in the 30th century. Humanity, united under the banner of United Earth Empire, has begun the colonization of the universe, encountering many alien races in its course. It is a unique opportunity for adventurous pilots to gain fame and wealth, as well as the treasured status of an intergalactic empire citizen.
EVE Online
Simulation 06 May 2003
Set in science fiction realities, an MMO simulator developed by Crowd Control Productions from Iceland. The action of EVE Online takes place in a universe called New Eden, which consists of over 5,000 star systems. On the beginning of the adventure you create your own hero by choosing his/her e.g. face, past, and origin. At first you get just a small spaceship and some credits. Your mission is to explore remote places of the universe in order to complete various story missions given by NPCs.
Elite: Dangerous
Simulation 16 December 2014
The fourth installment in the Elite series. The game is a space simulator created again by David Braben and the Frontier studio. Elite: Dangerous is set in the far future; after humanity had colonized countless star systems, the Universe is dominated by three superpowers: the Empire, the Federation, and the Alliance. Brave pilots seek easy money working beyond the territories controlled by these entities.
Kerbal Space Program
Simulation 27 April 2015
This is the debut from the independent developer Squad. The game is an unusual simulator requiring the player to develop their own space program from scratch. Kerbal Space Program combines features of many genres, but the most important part here is an extensive ship editor, which allows the player to design and build their own, unique spacecraft. The ship is then supposed to fly and land safely on a moon of the Kerbin planet.
Juno: New Origins
Simulation 26 January 2023
The sequel to a realistic space simulator released in 2015. Just like its predecessor, Juno: New Origins revolves around constructing different kinds of vehicles. The game was developed and published by Jundroo.
Kerbal Space Program 2
Simulation TBA (early access since 24 February 2023)
The second installment of an extremely popular space conquering simulator, which allows to construct and pilot rockets and spaceships in a realistic way. Sequel offers many new possibilities, including building extraterrestrial colonies and discovering the secrets behind our solar system.
Starsector
Simulation 29 April 2011
Starsector is a powerful space simulator developed by Fractal Softworks. During the adventure, the player sits at the helm of his own ship; the game does not impose specific objectives, opting for free exploration and character development.
Wing Commander: Privateer
Simulation 27 June 1993
A space simulator based on the classic Elite, placed in the world of Wing Commander. The adventure begins in the Gemini sector, where as a simple tenant, with only a deserted ship, we will undertake well-paid missions.
SpaceEngine
Simulation 11 June 2019
Space sandbox, which is a kind of interactive planetarium. In SpaceEngine we can freely travel through the interstellar space and see close up millions of different celestial bodies and land on their surface.
Darkstar One
Simulation 18 May 2006
Space simulator by the German studio Acaron. While flying a ship in space and visiting other stations and bases, we accept various orders, e.g. related to escort or searching for bandits by means of a chased letter. We can also trade, smuggle goods and simply deal with piracy in the world.
Space Shuttle Mission Simulator
Simulation 30 December 2007
Space Shuttle Mission Simulator is a NASA pendulum flight simulator manufactured by Simsquared. Players play the role of an astronaut, performing a number of activities related to take-off, space missions and landing. The creators of the game focused on realism, faithfully reproducing, among others, the interior of the vehicle, including the cockpit and instrumentation.
Avorion
Simulation 09 March 2020
A sandbox space simulator, in which we find ourselves in a distant future and try to learn the truth about the great cataclysm. This gives us an excuse to explore the vast galaxy on ships made up of modules, alone or together behind friends.
Hardspace: Shipbreaker
Simulation 24 May 2022
A simulation game, in which we play the role of a space junk collector. In Hardspace: Shipbreaker, we penetrate wrecks abandoned in Earth's orbit in search of valuable components, which we can then sell.
Oddyssey: Your Space, Your Way
Simulation August 2024 (early access since 25 April 2023)
Oddyssey: Your Space, Your Way is an indie game in which we manage a group of astronauts on a spaceship. Expanding the base, cooperation mode, collecting resources and learning new technologies are some of the mechanics that we find in the game.
Apollo Simulator
Simulation 13 October 2006
A space simulator that allows you to take part in a series of missions aimed at exploring the surface of the moon. The game allows you to travel the entire flight from the surface of the Earth to its natural satellite and take part in the exploration of extraterrestrial areas. The production includes fully interactive cockpits of spacecraft.
Battlecruiser 3000AD
Simulation 30 September 1996
Advanced space simulator, which production lasted more than 10 years. In the game we take control over the cruiser of a galactic alliance established to end the great interplanetary war. We have at our disposal a campaign and Free Flight and Xtreme Carnage Combat Simulator modes, in which we can freely explore the galaxy or take part in epic battles with hostile civilizations.
Dual Universe
Simulation 27 September 2022
An open-world MMORPG set in a science-fiction world. In this vision of the future, the Earth faces a distant, though inevitable end. As a result, humanity must find a new home in a different part of the galaxy. The players assume the roles of colonists that are part of an expedition. Once the character is created, the player is sent to an inhabitable planet. From this moment on, the player is free to shape their career and decide what assignments they take.
Ostranauts
Simulation 2024 (early access since 10 September 2020)
Ostranauts is a space simulator from Blue Bottle Games studio. In this production the player has a lot to do with the captain of the spacecraft, whose task is to manage it and satisfy the needs of the crew subordinate to it.
Wing Commander Saga
Simulation 22 March 2012
Free space simulator which is a fan version of the legendary Wing Commander cycle. We play the role of a young pilot fighting on the side of mankind in the war against the cat race Kilrathi. The game consists mainly of spectacular space battles. The fictional aspect also plays a huge role.
The Babylon Project
Simulation 06 January 2005
A simulator set in a science fiction world. The game tries to transfer the world of a popular TV series called Babylon 5 into a game called Freespace 2. Initially, the game functioned as a modification for that game, however, over time it became a full – although free – game. Similarly to the original, The Babylon Project is an arcade space simulator. However, the difference here is that names of all ships, proper names and plots of all scenarios refer to the aforementioned TV series.
Star Trek: Bridge Commander
Simulation 26 February 2002
Star Trek: Bridge Commander is a space simulator in the universe of the popular sci-fi series Star Trek: The Next Generation. The player has the opportunity to become the commander of a federal spacecraft, which must solve the mystery of the mysterious eruption of one of the stars. Developers from Totally Games studio have prepared over 30 missions requiring not only excellent piloting skills, but also tactical sense and talent for diplomacy.
Cosmic Rift Online
Simulation 18 April 2001
Free space simulator designed for team play on the Internet, allowing you to compete in three game modes with one of thirteen different cosmolots.
Star Wars: X-Wing: Imperial Pursuit
Simulation 25 September 1993
The first addition to Star Wars: X-Wing. After the Death Star has been destroyed, Darth Vader wants revenge. The rebels, harassed by the constant attacks of the Empire's fleet, have to flee from Yavin IV and set up a new base on another planet.
Space Shuttle Simulator
Simulation 12 May 2008
Spacecraft simulator, allowing for the mission to the ISS International Space Station. The title comprehensively treats the subject of flight into the extraterrestrial space, thanks to which we have the opportunity to travel the entire distance from take-off to landing. The production also includes a mission and ship editor.