Spinoffs
In 2010, a commercial Flash game called Galactic Combat tried to simplify Netrek and make it easier for new players to play. Fewer keys were used, as the game can be played effectively with only the mouse and the spacebar button. Some elements of the game were removed, such as shields and torpedo detonation. Some new features were added to compensate, such as torpedo collision.
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