SimulationFit check
Is Shuttle Commander worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Spaceflight enthusiasts who want shuttle landing procedures
- Players interested in Hubble missions and astronomy visualizations
- Simulation fans who prefer mission-focused cockpit and orbital activities
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking varied genres, combat, or a broad campaign may find the mission scope narrow.
- Those wanting open-ended exploration or extensive replay systems may find the structured simulations limited.
- Players looking for a game outside spaceflight simulation may not find the shuttle-focused format suitable.
Our take on Shuttle Commander
The focus on shuttle procedures and Hubble operations gives the game a narrow activity range. That trade-off leaves less room for open-ended exploration, varied mission types, or broader gameplay systems beyond piloting and orbital tasks.
What is Shuttle Commander?
Shuttle Commander places players in command of Space Shuttle missions involving the Hubble Space Telescope.
The main activity is a physics-based landing simulation using flight dynamics, with selectable landing locations, weather, and approach difficulty. Missions also include deployment and servicing work involving the Hubble, control of the Canada Arm in orbit, and a cockpit view of a complete shuttle launch. Three visual experiences present space imagery, while science sections draw on data gathered by Hubble over three decades. A day-and-night cycle shows Earth from orbit during space operations. The game recreates the shuttle cockpit, Hubble missions, and related activities around the observatory.
How Shuttle Commander plays
- 01Landing Scenarios
- Landing locations, weather, and approach challenge can be selected before a flight.
- 02Hubble Operations
- Missions include deploying and servicing the Hubble Space Telescope.
- 03Canada Arm Control
- Players operate the shuttle's robotic arm while in orbit.
- 04Space Visualizations
- Three visual experiences and science segments draw on Hubble observations collected over three decades.
- 05Orbital Day Cycle
- A full cycle of daylight and darkness shows Earth passing below the shuttle.
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Shuttle Commander: platforms & release
Is Shuttle Commander worth it?
It is worth it if: spaceflight enthusiasts who want shuttle landing procedures. Skip it if: players seeking varied genres, combat, or a broad campaign may find the mission scope narrow.
Where can I download Shuttle Commander?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Shuttle Commander's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Shuttle Commander on?
Windows only.
