You play as the pilot of the Space Shuttle A Journey Into Space , guiding it through a series of challenging missions. Your objectives include launching into orbit, retrieving a satellite for repairs, and landing safely back on Earth, all while managing fuel usage to achieve the best results. As you progress through the game, the difficulties increase, with the satellite's flight path becoming more unpredictable.
The gameplay is from a first-person perspective in the space shuttle cockpit, allowing you to control various systems such as engines and cargo bay doors. You'll need to balance fuel efficiency with the need to complete each mission successfully. The game features two easier variants: autosimulator mode, where the computer controls the flight, and simulation mode, which offers unlimited fuel but no time pressure.