It took a bit of work, but I've gotten Poly Universe to the point where much of the content is moddable and the process for modding is (hopefully!) quite easy.
To create your own mod, you can start by downloading the sample here:
https://github.com/Pouchmouse/Poly-Universe-Sample-Mod
Place that sample mod in your local mods directory -- which is probably C:\Users\yourname\AppData\LocalLow\Pouchmouse\Poly Universe\Mods\Local. You can always check the 'Mods' menu in game to see the exact location of your local mods directory).
Now restart the game and go back to the Mods directory. The sample mod you downloaded should appear in the list of available mods. You can click it on and off just to see that it has an effect. It will change the opening theme music, replace the button click sounds with laser sound effects, and change the tree models to trees that are somehow even more low-poly than the normal ones. =)
Head back to the sample mod directory, and you are free to go absolutely nuts adding stuff. The info.txt file contains a complete list of the files that are moddable inside the game. Anything that you want to change in your mod, just include a file with that name inside your mod directory. When you have something you'd like to share, return to the game, find your new mod in the list, hit the Upload to Steam button, and it will appear in Steam Workshop.
Happy Modding!
A tiny band of settlers land on a remote planet. With you as their leader they will either build a new civilization, or be consumed by the foul creatures which inhabit the furthest reaches of space.
In Poly Universe worlds are tiny but numerous. Be strategic in laying out your cities to maximize the limited space available on each world. Balance industry and residential buildings to keep your citizens happy. But don't neglect the defenses necessary to keep them safe! Here in the outer edge of the known universe, danger can arrive at any moment, and when it does it arrives in full force.
Establishing trade routes between worlds will allow your planets to specialize and share resources, pushing the boundaries of your civilization even further outwards. But always keep an eye on the health, happiness, and education of your citizens -- with nowhere to receive reinforcements from, your citizens are ultimately your most valuable resource.
MINIMAL SETUP
OS: Ubuntu 14.04
Processor: Dual Core 2 GHzMemory: 2 GB RAM
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Graphics: Intel HD 4600 (AMD or NVIDIA equivalent)
Storage: 500 MB available space
RECOMMENDED SETUP
OS: Ubuntu 12.04+ or SteamOS+
Processor: Intel Core i5 or higherMemory: 4 MB RAM