Ships is a fantastic free simulation game which leverages the browser-based Google Earth plugin as the primary graphics engine. This game lets you take the helm on ships – barges, cargo ships, container ships, and even a cruise ship. Ships come in 3D so you can drive the ships anywhere in the world.

You can experience the sound effects, physical modeling, realistic visual effects and camera tools to make it easier for people to follow the action and see the sights. If you want to try this game make sure you read the keyboard shortcuts and learn some tricks, especially with the cameras. This game uses Google Earth API, Flash 8.0, and Javascript.

“Google Earth proves extremely capable to handle many overlays with alpha transparencies which enables developers to create intricate and graphically rich instruments. Proof of that can be seen in the Compass/rudder instrument which consists of 5 layers of bitmaps. (compass rose, rudder dial, rudder position needle, rudder target needle and instrument bevel). Each layered image uses alpha transparency to create a sense of depth and shadows. There really is no limit what can be achieved in the hands of an experienced graphics artist.”

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