Shooter · 1984
Elite
Elite is a space trading video game, written and developed by David Braben and Ian Bell and originally published by Acornsoft for the BBC Micro and Acorn Electron computers in September 1984. Elite's open-ended game model, and revolutionary 3D graphics led to it being ported to virtually every contemporary home…
Key facts
- Released
- 20 September 1984
- Genre
- Shooter · Strategy · Action
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- Nintendo
- Studio
- Acornsoft, Frontier Developments
- Publisher
- Hybrid Technology, Firebird
Where to buy
Why play it
- A 1984 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
- You can come back forever
Frequently asked questions
Can you play Elite with friends?
No, Elite is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Elite on?
Elite is available on Nintendo.
What games are like Elite?
In the same spirit: ScreamRide, Jurassic World Evolution and Arma 3.
