Wing Commander

Wing Commander is a space combat simulator set during a long running war between the Confederation and the Kilrathi. The player assumes the role of a newly graduated officer assigned to the carrier Tiger's Claw at the start of the Vega campaign.

Gameplay alternates between managing affairs aboard the carrier and piloting a fighter in three dimensional combat. On the ship, characters can save progress, receive mission briefings, and gather information in social areas like the bar. The outcome of missions influences the campaign's direction, which can branch along winning or losing paths.

The combat sequences place the player in a cockpit view to directly control a spacecraft's maneuvers and weapons systems. Multiple Confederation fighter models are available, each with distinct handling and combat capabilities. Missions involve engaging various Kilrathi fighters, capital ships, and skilled enemy pilots, often with the assistance of a wingman whose survival is beneficial. After completing an assignment, the pilot must return to the carrier to dock before proceeding.