LINUXGAMES

A new build of Thunder&Lightning, an open source action flight simulator, has been released. Version 070707 includes the following changes:

• An aircraft carrier that serves as take-off and landing platform for the Lightning aircraft, capable of self-defense with a deck turret.
• Water rendering: A GLSL shader renders realistic waves on machines with hardware shader support.
• A new cockpit with multi function display.
• AI drones can now take off and land on the carrier after performing their mission.
• Reworked missions that make use of the aircraft carrier and an extended tutorial mission.
• Enhanced flight model.
• Autopackage installation.
• Various bugfixes.

It’s also noted the game will incorporate features from Carrier Command and Midwinter, with multiple islands to conquer.

Screenshots: [ View ] Download: [ tnlgame.net ]

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