RotorSim: Helicopter Simulator

Take to the skies above exciting island landscapes in RotorSim, a retro-inspired helicopter simulation inspired by the classic sims of the 1990s. Master accessible and rewarding flight mechanics as you tackle diverse missions in a hand-crafted world.

As a new pilot for AeroAssist, an organization specializing in aerial support for disaster relief, medical transport, and critical supply delivery, your mission is to bring aid to remote locations. Whether rescuing stranded hikers, delivering vital cargo, or transporting passengers, the places you visit will depend on your skill and adaptability!!

Engaging Flight Model

The flight model strikes a balance between realism and accessibility, capturing a sim-cade level of helicopter aerodynamics. Easy to grasp mechanics are balanced with key helicopter dynamics like engine torque, vortex ring state, and RPM management, while keeping the controls intuitive and not requiring expensive peripherals.

3 Different Helicopters

As of the 1.0 release, there are 3 helicopters, each with their own distinct handling characteristics. One is quick and light, one is a strong, slow behemoth, and one is the classic balance between the two. Learning each platform's strengths and weaknesses will be the key to completing the campaign.

30 Mission Campaign

Perform search-and-rescue operations, transport cargo, and ferry passengers while meeting a cast of colorful characters who call the islands home. And if you'd like to practice, mess around, or just chill, choose a free flight mode and go explore the world!

Weather Simulation

Weather is an active part of the simulation, affecting both visibility and helicopter handling. Missions can  include stormy conditions, rain, fog, wind gusts, and turbulence, each requiring precise control and careful attention.

Lightweight

RotorSim is built to run smoothly on lower-end hardware (such as integrated graphics and the Steam Deck) without sacrificing the depth of the simulation.

Support RotorSim:

RotorSim is a passion project developed in my spare time. Progress may be sporadic, but I share updates on Discord and offer test builds to those interested in shaping its future.

Discord Page          //          Youtube Devlog 

If you enjoy what I’m creating, please consider buying me a Ko-Fi!

Minimum Requirements	Recommended Requirements
OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) version 1909 or later CPU: Intel Core i5-8250U / AMD Ryzen 5 2500U or equivalent RAM: 8 GB of system memory GPU: Intel UHD 620 / AMD Vega 8 or equivalent Storage: At least 2 GB of available space *Note: Target is 1080p/30 FPS. GPU must support Vulkan 1.1 or later.	OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) version 22H2 or Windows 11 (64-bit) CPU: IAMD Ryzen 5 3600 / Intel Core i5-10400 or equivalent RAM: 16 GB of system memory GPU: NVIDIA RTX 2060 6GB / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT or equivalent Storage: At least 2 GB of available space *Note: Target is 1440p/60 FPS

Please remember that this is an early release, and some features may not be complete