Summary
- Release Year: 1983
- Genres: Simulator
- Platforms: Amstrad CPC, Apple II, Atari 2600, Atari 5200, Atari 8-bit, Commodore C64/128/MAX, MSX, ZX Spectrum
- Developers: Activision
- Publishers: Activision
Space Shuttle: A Journey Into Space (1983)
Space Shuttle: A Journey Into Space is a space shuttle simulation game developed and published by Broderbund Software for the Apple II, Atari 8-bit family, Commodore 64, and IBM PC in 1983. The game was a critical and commercial success, and it is considered to be one of the best space shuttle simulation games ever made.
In Space Shuttle: A Journey Into Space, the player takes on the role of a space shuttle pilot. The game’s objective is to launch the space shuttle Discovery, establish an orbit around the Earth, open the cargo bay doors and recover a satellite to perform repairs, and finally land the Discovery successfully, all while using as little fuel as possible.
The game is played from a first-person perspective in the space shuttle cockpit. The player has control over all of the shuttle’s systems, including the engines, the cargo bay doors, and the landing gear. The player must also manage the shuttle’s fuel consumption and avoid collisions with other objects.
Space Shuttle: A Journey Into Space is a challenging and rewarding game. It requires the player to have a good understanding of space shuttle operations and to be able to make quick decisions under pressure. The game is also very realistic, and it provides a unique opportunity to experience what it is like to pilot a space shuttle.
Gameplay
Space Shuttle: A Journey Into Space is played in real-time. The player begins the game by launching the space shuttle Discovery from the Kennedy Space Center. Once the Discovery is in orbit, the player must open the cargo bay doors and recover a satellite. The satellite is disabled and the player must use the shuttle’s robotic arm to capture it.
Once the satellite is captured, the player must repair it. The repairs are timed, and the player must complete them before the satellite’s systems fail. Once the repairs are complete, the player must release the satellite and return to Earth.
The player must land the Discovery at the Kennedy Space Center. The landing is a critical part of the game, and the player must carefully manage the shuttle’s speed and altitude. If the player lands the Discovery too fast or too slow, the shuttle will crash.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Space Shuttle: A Journey Into Space are simple but effective. The game’s use of color is particularly impressive, and the player can clearly see the Earth, the space shuttle, and the satellite. The game’s sound effects are also well done, and they help to create a realistic atmosphere.
Reception
Space Shuttle: A Journey Into Space was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its realism, its challenging gameplay, and its impressive graphics and sound. The game was also a commercial success, and it sold over 100,000 copies.
Space Shuttle: A Journey Into Space is considered to be one of the best space shuttle simulation games ever made. The game is still enjoyed by gamers today, and it is a must-play for fans of the genre.
Legacy
Space Shuttle: A Journey Into Space has had a lasting impact on the video game industry. The game helped to popularize the space shuttle simulation genre, and it inspired many other space shuttle games. The game also helped to raise awareness of the space shuttle program, and it played a role in inspiring a new generation of astronauts.
Space Shuttle: A Journey Into Space is a classic video game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s realism, challenging gameplay, and impressive graphics and sound make it a must-play for fans of the space shuttle simulation genre.
Review Score
8.5/10
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