Star Wars: X-Wing and MechWarrior veterans release In The Black, a "serious" space combat sim with Newtonian physics

Impeller Studios, led by veterans from Star Wars: X-Wing Alliance and MechWarrior 2: Mercenaries, has released In The Black, a new space combat simulator emphasizing realistic Newtonian physics and the pilot experience. The game is currently in early access on PC and supports various control inputs including HOTAS and Steam Deck, with plans for a full release after at least a year.

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PLATFORM Steam Deck
COMPANY Exothermic
GAME Star Wars: X-Wing Alliance
COMPANY Impeller Studios
GAME In The Black
PLATFORM PC
GAME MechWarrior 2: Mercenaries