The simulator aims to provide you with as much of a space flight experience possible given the restraints which gravity imposes. The cockpit can roll and pitch a full 360 degrees in each direction.

But if you want the Altair 8800 experience on a budget, you can build yourself a clone with an Arduino. [David] kindly shared the build details on his Arduino Project Hub post.

11 Arduino projects that require major hacking skills—or a bit of insanity Lawn care, Daleks, bug zappers prove the Arduino thrives as much as Raspberry Pi.