X4: Foundations

X4: Foundations is a deep, open-ended space simulation and empire-builder. Pilot anything from agile fighters to massive freighters in first person, dock and walk on stations, and move seamlessly between ship, space, and station interiors. Build a trading empire with a living, player-influenced economy, design modular stations, command large fleets, and shape the galaxy through diplomacy, piracy, or war. An advanced AI, dynamic faction conflicts, and a robust sandbox let you forge your own path from lone explorer to industrial magnate to military power.

- Choose a gamestart that fits your style, then complete early tutorials to learn flight, docking, and basic systems. - Master navigation with the map, highways, and autopilot, and configure ship loadouts and crews at docks. - Trade goods between stations to earn credits, automate routes with pilots, and scan stations to discover profitable opportunities. - Accept missions, explore unknown sectors, and claim or salvage ships to expand your capabilities. - Construct modular stations, set up supply chains, and manage production and logistics with station managers. - Build fleets, assign wings and roles, research upgrades, and use diplomacy or combat to influence faction wars and territory.