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Here's a simple solution for the spiraling problem that wouldn't require rewriting the engine or anything: simply increase the vertical angle limits to 90 degrees (or 89.9 if there are issues with full 90). Then, if your objective is directly above or below you, you can just steer up/down all the way and get at it without…

in What does the third dimension (vertical travel) add to ship combat? Comment by d4rt46n4n March 2015
This, this, and this. If they just changed the maximum incline/decline angle to 90, or even 89, without changing any other aspect of the controls, it would be a great improvement, and still avoid the issue of seeing upside-down ships or becoming disoriented. It's not simply a matter of being "like Star Trek" or "realistic"…

in Space Combat NEEDS a more Star Trek feel... Comment by d4rt46n4n April 2013