Solar Systems

[saga286]

I'm really excited for this game. Any chance that we will be able to explore other solar systems?

[Hooded Horse]

Thanks for the interest in the game!

The local solar system focus is central to how the game is designed and the world is simulated. I do think though that when you play, you'll find this is a case of less=more. Having a single star system opens up a range of interesting situations you don't see in most games, including a strategic map in constant flux as planets and asteroids orbit the sun.

[saga286]

It does seem like there is a lot going on in the single star system. I can't wait for full release. Thank you!

[The Emperor's Chosen]

I agree it is very wise to focus on a just the Sol System for the initial release. However, going beyond Sol, in future updates/ expansions would be incredible. Like every Expansion can add a new solar system, until we cover the whole Local Cluster, just as an example. Don't be freaking Star Citizen and try to do everything and thus achieve nothing. This seems like an incredible baseline to build from down the road.

My personal peeve is the hard sci fi designs of the ships, because I find that look terribly boring. However it's also a fresh approach that most don't bother with, so I can't really even be upset about it. I'll keep an eye on this, and can't wait to see what becomes of it.

[Atlas MK II]

Originally posted by The Emperor's Chosen:

My personal peeve is the hard sci fi designs of the ships, because I find that look terribly boring. However it's also a fresh approach that most don't bother with, so I can't really even be upset about it. I'll keep an eye on this, and can't wait to see what becomes of it.

One of the stretch goals was a second, more interesting & scifi-y ship set.

The game itself adheres to the laws of physics, and even the aliens don't have access to FTL engines, so there's no way to travel to different star systems within the game's timeframe of a few decades.

[SmellyTerror]

I actually *love* the realistic look, but yeah, totally understand if people prefer something prettier.

[Remington]

I think the hard sci-fi look makes the ships stand out, more games should try it.

[Baji]

What I would like to see, is a sequel, where after beating the aliens in earth, you go through the portal and conquer the Alien homeworld.
Always wanted to play the aliens in this game but the way it is set it would be too easy, where are if you go to their home system( or possibly another one in their empire) you arrive there outmanned and with lower tech would be pretty awesome.

[Marchand]

Playing as the Aliens might be an interesting perspective.