It's been almost 3 years since Starcom: Nexus graduated from Early Access and I've spent most of that time working on the follow-up title. Based on player survey responses, I've kept the core gameplay close to the original, while at the same time trying to improve a number of features. While I'm immensely proud of Starcom: Nexus, there were a number of aspects that both players and I felt could be improved such as the appearance and layout of ship modules, improved mission tracking, autopilot etc. The game is neither a direct sequel, nor a reboot. I won't say more for the benefit of players who want to avoid spoilers, but it again has you as a newly minted commander exploring an unfamiliar universe. Many of you have already participated in the rounds of closed betas that have shaped the new title. If you haven't, there will still be at least one big round of tests before Starcom: Unknown Space drops out of warp into Early Access. Playtest invites are sent to random subscribers/survey respondents.
Significant changes from Starcom: Nexus:

• A new story with a new universe, characters, aliens and mysteries
• Completely revamped ship-building system featuring multi-hex modules and higher-quality models
• Faceless crew replaced with a command crew that progress in rank and skills
• Improved mission tracking system
• Numerous QoL improvements, like destination autopilot
• Improved VFX and UI
• Lots more!

• Fully open-world universe with numerous quests and storylines
  
• Hundreds of unique planet anomalies, space discoveries, artifacts and more!
  
• Fast-paced, exciting combat with numerous hostile factions
  
• Over 150 technologies to research
  
• Design your own ship using a modular construction system
  
• Talk and trade with multiple alien factions, each with their own agendas and dynamic AI
  
• Lots of hidden secrets and side quests
  
• Quick save anywhere
  
• Much, much more!

• OS: Ubuntu 16.04 LTS or SteamOS
• Processor: Intel Core i5 2.2 GHz+Memory: 4 GB RAM
• Memory: 4 GB RAM
• Graphics: 2GB OpenGL 3 Capable video card or better
• Storage: 2 GB available space

• OS: 4
• Processor: Intel Dual CoreMemory: 400 MB RAM
• Memory: 400 MB RAM
• Graphics: /
• Storage: 102 MB available space