If you’ve ever wanted to race a drone through the sky, but don’t have the cash to make such risky maneuvers with an expensive piece of hardware, Liftoff: FPV Drone Racing is for you. Developer LuGus Studios has been hard at work for years developing and improving upon its game. Originally released in late 2018 on Steam, the game will be available for play at PAX East in a few short weeks to show off everything that has been added since launch.
Early reviews of the simulator during its development seem promising. Simulators are a special genre of game that steers closer to reality instead of asking players to suspend disbelief, and when done well, attract a loyal following of enthusiasts. Euro Truck Simulator 2 is the most obvious example of this as one of the best-selling titles on Steam of all time, along with its broad offering of DLC.
Liftoff allows players to jump into the world of simulated quadcopter racing, with veterans and newcomers alike able to dive into the fast-paced action of drone racing. The game features realistic drone physics and has been recommended by drone pilots around the world as a great way to train or simply experience drone flying without leaving your home.
Similar to Euro Truck Simulator 2, players will have access to faithful replicas of real-life frames, motors, batteries, and more. The result is a broad range of customization options that provides the closest experience to actually flying a drone.
Content-wise, there are various options available in the game. After completing a few short but informative tutorials that guide users into the world of realistic drone handling and flight, players can dive into free flight, races, or freestyle modes to explore any of the thousands of official and community-made tracks. These are made possible by using the included track and race building tools.
For those who love a competitive challenge, the Liftoff Pro League is an integrated esports system, and weekly tournaments award prizes to the top players.
While the game is already available on PC, players can expect both the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One ports to launch later this year. Now is a great time to check out the game for free, as there will be a Free Weekend of play this upcoming Friday, February 14 to the 16 on Steam!
Source: liftoff-game.com
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