X3: Albion Prelude is a space trading and combat simulator from EGOSOFT, set in the X Universe and serving as a bridge between X3: Terran Conflict and the upcoming X Rebirth. The game features a wide array of ships and stations, allowing players to embark on a journey of exploration, trading, and combat. As part of the X series, it emphasizes complex economics and open-world gameplay where players can build their own space empire.