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1993 Classic

A vast space sandbox with Newtonian flight physics where you trade, hunt bounties or fight as a mercenary across a near-endless galaxy. It offers few restrictions, huge freedom and a steep learning curve.

What defines Frontier: Elite II:

  • Open world
  • Sci-fi setting
  • Lots to discover
  • Challenging difficulty

The closest matches for Frontier: Elite II are X3: Terran Conflict, X4: Foundations and X3: Reunion. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Frontier: Elite II special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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2008 PC −80 % 15.99 € 3.19 € 12 days left 👍 85 % Very positive, 2,791 reviews on Steam

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