Wing Commander, released on September 26, 1990, was created by Chris Roberts at Origin Systems and is set in the year 2654, featuring a conflict between humanity and the Kilrathi alien race. The game combines spaceflight dogfights with an immersive role-playing experience, allowing players to interact with crew members and make choices that influence the narrative. It features a dual gameplay structure, requiring players to manage speed, orientation, and tactical orders during combat. The game is known for its complexity and steep learning curve, and it remains available for purchase at GOG.