Periapsis: Gravity Slingshot

The release date for Periapsis: Gravity Slingshot is July 22, 2026, on PC. This indie simulation tasks you with leading humanity away from a dying Earth by navigating the physics of deep space. Success depends on your ability to time engine burns and use the gravity of celestial bodies to bend your trajectory, conserving limited fuel as you push toward distant star systems.

The gameplay focuses on a loop of strategic expedition planning where you manage cargo space and fuel against the need for planet scanning and colony deployment. It is more of a technical strategy game than a flight sim, requiring you to map out routes through stargates and establish a self-sustaining multi-planetary frontier. Expect a challenge built on precision and resource management rather than reflex-based piloting.

Buy this if you want a physics-driven strategy experience centered on real orbital mechanics.