[TorpX]

Originally Posted by Crannogman

I remember a similar pattern from Destroyer Command; I would often take my squadron through a series of formations (column, echelon, column/abreast) to keep the individual ships in the position I wanted while turning. I guess the devs never saw a reason to mess with it.

Yeah, makes sense.

Originally Posted by Captain Dave

This looks like the Hook and Ladder Firetruck turn. The guy steering the rear wheels has to turn opposite of the front to end up in the same lane. While none of the ships are connected, the principle looks the same.

Ah, that's an interesting comparison.