Hi folks,
I've updated the game with a small patch today. First, I tracked down a bug that could still cause escort ships to drift away after losing their capital ship.
Second, I balanced out Corvettes and Frigates to have a minimum possible turning speed - Corvettes a bit faster than Frigates. This is a bonus to help them play the roles that I envisioned for them to be screening ships. I noticed that a lot of times these escort vessels could have a really hard time making the turns they needed to make to keep in escort range. So the end result is that you'll see the ships moving at the same speed they normally would, but regardless of how slow or fast they are, they'll have a minimum turning speed to keep them behaving properly.
This will patch into 1.2 on your end. I don't update the version number for small fixes like this anymore because updating the version number causes your AppData folder to be rebuilt, and that can cause headaches for some users who have restricted permissions on their systems. I'll only be updating the version number on your end when I need to add new content.
StarDrive 2 is an exciting and evolutionary step forward for the StarDrive franchise. In this eagerly anticipated sequel, the core mechanics have evolved to incorporate a turn-based strategic layer, featuring spectacular realtime battles. As the galactic ruler of your race you will lead your people into a procedurally-generated galaxy, exploring and expanding your space empire to greatness. Exploit planets, navigate asteroid belts and overcome deep space dangers while handling interspecies relations to gain the upper hand. Conduct diplomacy and espionage, make alien friends that will deliver thriving trade treaties – or enemies that will seek to exterminate you at all costs. Research new technologies and design powerful warships to defend your claims. Discover the extensive lore of the StarDrive universe by encountering many dozens of anomalies, heroes, and galactic mysteries that will ensure no two games will ever play the same.
FEATURES
Turn-based 4x strategy, featuring real-time tactical space combat and turn-based ground combat.
Build a space empire turn by turn in an immersive, living galaxy filled with 9 alien races, pirate factions, galactic lore and mystery.
Hire unique heroes to govern your worlds or to command your mighty fleets in battle.
Populate the universe and colonize planets, moons, asteroid belts, gas giants, and more!
Research hundreds of technologies, including technologies that are unique to your race. Find even more technologies through in-game events and galactic exploration.
Build your own ships in the custom ship design mode and take them into real-time battles featuring stunning visuals and sound effects.
Enter a Battle Arena mode for quick-fix battles against cunning AI opponents. In this mode, you will earn rewards as you fight through the challenges, allowing you to unlock new weapons, ship hulls, and ship modules to upgrade your ships and to purchase new ships to add to your fleet.
Created with the Unity engine for simultaneous release on PC, Mac and Linux.