Dive into a legendary space adventure with this classic game that started it all! Originally launched in 1984 for the BBC Micro and Acorn Electron, this game lets you climb the ranks to become "Elite" by mastering the art of space trading and combat. Created by David Braben and Ian Bell, who teamed up during their university days, this game was a trailblazer with its cutting-edge 3D wire-frame graphics.

What makes it even cooler? It came with a novella called The Dark Wheel, offering players a deeper look into the universe's intriguing moral and legal codes. This game set the standard for open-world space games and inspired many future favorites like Eve Online and Wing Commander: Privateer. Whether you're exploring the galaxy, trading goods, or engaging in epic space battles, this game remains a monumental piece of gaming history.