The planet Velian is the site of a deadly rebellious uprising that threatens the Galaxy Federation and every colony it protects. Armed with dangerous new technology that makes them almost invincible, the Velians are poised to throw the galaxy into chaos and threaten the livelihood of everyone who opposes them. As a pilot for the Galaxy Federation, you are thrown into the battle as part of flight wing dedicated to stopping the rebels' onslaught.

Echelon puts the player in white-knuckle combat over lush alien landscapes and towering cities as a member of an elite fighting force facing a revolution on a colonial outpost. Featuring several branching campaigns and a well-wrought storyline, the player will have the ability to advance from Lieutenant to Commander during his/her battles and assume greater control over how each mission plays out.

Features:
* Wide variety of player craft types, each featuring its own realistic and distinct flight model.

* Spectacular 3D graphics allow for highly realistic environments and photo realistic landscapes, detailed building and vehicle models, and special effects such as dust, particle, and lighting effects

* Continent sized game environments feature more than 200 different types of vehicles and structures deployed on a massive scale.

* Powerful command-and-control function that allows you to call in other craft for support in completing mission objective

* Outfit 14 player controllable craft with over 16 different weapons

* Branching campaigns allow for a different experience each time you play

* Success is rewarded with an increased level of control over other craft and even strategic objectives during subsequent missions

* Multiplayer support for up to 16 players 3D sound system creates a truly immersive environment